Honour thy mother and thy father- a familiar refrain that we learnt as part of the Ten Commandments. Growing up in the 60’s and 70’s, this really was not something we had a choice in- it was expected. Many boomer caregivers today feel this continued expectation when it comes to providing care to an aged parent or other relative. I am not so sure this is felt or experienced the….
Thou Shall or Thou Mayest- You Choose Continue Reading »
Caregiving
It is hot out there. We have had heat advisories and I hope we have been paying attention. I called my elderly client to see how she was doing and she told me she was not feeling well. I spoke with her caregiver and asked if her AC was working. The caregiver said it had not been turned on and they were only using a fan. Yikes! It was 39….
Are you planning any summer holidays? Are you travelling alone or with your family? Should you decide to vacation with your older parent, there are some pre planning tips that can make this journey more enjoyable for both of you. Firstly, know what type of holiday would be best for everyone. Extensive touring, outings, or excursions can be tiring for older individuals. There are some senior friendly travel agencies which….
Summer Time and the Living is Easy Continue Reading »
Elder CareLast week I attended the funeral of my mother’s dear friend and spent a few days reminiscing with long time family friends. No one wants to be the last woman standing as saying goodbye appears to get harder and harder; especially as there are fewer and fewer around to provide comfort and support. My mom’s friend was one of the lucky ones. She had children and grandchildren and several friends….
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Caregiving, Elder Care
A few weeks ago there was an announcement that the Federal health minister earmarked $50 million over 5 years to support our new dementia strategy. You may recall that the National Strategy for Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias Act was passed in June 2017, which at that time, was a great birthday present for our 150th birthday. Following several consultations, 5 principles were established to guide the process. Prioritize quality….
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Elder Care, In the News, UncategorizedJune 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. I continue to be saddened by the many different ways that elders can be taken advantage of. Financial abuse is one of the types identified, included with physical and emotional abuse as well as with neglect. There are some telltale signs that your parent may be having difficulties managing their own finances. The obvious signs are easy to spot, including unpaid bills,….
Elder Abuse: When The Numbers Don’t Add Up. Continue Reading »
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