When I arrived, Dad was still in the neurological unit of the hospital. He had a left hip replacement after he fell and broke his hip. At some point, he also suffered a stroke that took away the use of his left arm. I had just driven my 2 cockapoos and my cat 800 miles to get to … [Read more...] about One Daughter’s Story: And Why She is Glad She Uprooted Her Life
Caregiver Solutions
Simple Acts Of Comfort Go A Long Way
Asking an older adult what kind of assistance they would like goes a long way in increasing their comfort and reducing frustration. Simple acts such as offering a blanket or sweater can make a huge difference in the comfort of an older adult. It is important you don't rush older … [Read more...] about Simple Acts Of Comfort Go A Long Way
Is Your Loved One Losing Their Memory?
We are taught many lessons in life, but an important one seems to fall through the cracks — how to deal with a loved one suffering from memory issues. So, what steps should you take when your loved one is developing memory problems? Who do you turn to? Courtney Whitaker, former … [Read more...] about Is Your Loved One Losing Their Memory?
Schedule A House Call
As people decline physically, it becomes an increasing challenge to get them to their physician’s office. Often someone can have multiple specialists they see regularly, along with a primary physician. This takes quite a bit of time, energy, and planning on the part of the … [Read more...] about Schedule A House Call
Three Skills Every Caregiver Needs
When someone becomes a caregiver for the first time, there can be a lot of fear and uncertainty on what to do. Here are a few skills that can help along the way.Listen to your patient. See what they need, not what you need. Don’t be afraid to ask for help or to ask … [Read more...] about Three Skills Every Caregiver Needs