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By: Lesley Alderman New York Times September 25, 2009 CARING for an elderly parent is emotionally and mentally draining. There are diagnoses to decipher, housing issues to consider, health aides to vet and a raft of legal documents to…
Read article When Elder Care Problems Escalate, You Can Hire an Expert↗Defining the right time is difficult. The answer depends on each person’s unique needs and circumstances. Remember to always talk to the person’s doctor to determine when or if nursing home placement is appropriate. Here are some…
Read article How do I know when it is the right time for someone to be admitted to a nursing home?↗When we were teenagers and our parents allowed us to take the car, they worried about us and didn’t go to sleep until they heard the garage door open and the front door close. Now, some 30, 40 or 50 years later, the tables have turned and…
Read article I am worried about my mother’s driving abilities. She seems to be forgetful and I am worried she is no longer safe to drive. What can I do?↗Inherent in the aging process is changes to one’s physical functioning, vision, perception and processing abilities. It is the degree or severity of these changes that could make driving unsafe. Though these changes are inevitable, the…
Read article How do you know if your parent is still able to drive safely? Should they be driving? What should you look for? Who do you contact?↗By: Audrey Miller MSW, RSW, CCRC, CCLCP CARP February 2009 As a Geriatric Care Manager, I receive inquiries from families regarding assistance for themselves and their older family members. There may come a time when a family member says:…
Read article What Kind of Caregiving Assistance Do I Need; Important Questions to Ask↗