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Originally published at allaboutestates.ca June 4, 2013: June is Senior’s Month and on the 15th of June, the UN has declared World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Thanks to the Ontario government, Elder Abuse Awareness Workshops are taking…
Read article June is Senior’s Month↗Originally published at allaboutestates.ca May 16, 2013: Have you ever asked your parent how their doctors’ appointment went and didn’t get a very thorough answer? Many times we receive a one word response such as ‘fine’, which sounds…
Read article Parents, Doctor’s Apts and More Questions↗Originally published at allaboutestates.ca A refrain that I have been hearing/sharing over the last few days is ”we may not like their decisions, but it is their decision to make” ( as long as they are capable). Every day as capable…
Read article When We Don’t Like Their Decisions↗Originally published at allaboutestates.ca I work with many seniors who prefer not to use the assistive devices that are prescribed/recommended for their safety and well being. In particular, the use of a cane and the use of a walker seem…
Read article What’s Your Point of View? Is a cane an ‘enabler’ or a ‘disabler’?↗Originally published at allaboutestates.ca April 12, 2013: I have previously blog on the emotional and financial cost of providing care at home. Both can be very costly. There are some ways to save money when hiring home care assistance.…
Read article Saving HST When Hiring A PSW↗