“Advocating” means pushing to ensure the best care is provided for people who can’t be a spokesperson for themselves. When our children are sick, we advocate powerfully and tirelessly for…
When a loved one is in the hospital, keeping track of everything is difficult but critically important. To best advocate for them and ensure a smooth transition back home, be…
By David Bernstein, President, Caregiver Services Ltd. As we age, most of us want to enjoy retirement in a comfortable, familiar setting – home. Sometimes, however, we need help. Often…
Hi David and Marg, I just wanted to inform you that due to my dads rapid decline and memory issues, we have decided to place him in an assisted living…
“We are beginning to recognize that the bitter medicine that prescribes the contemplation of the horror of our own inevitable death, is paradoxically the tincture to bring sweetness to our…
When family is available but not the best solution for the day to day challenges of aging with health issues: Many aged seniors live in large homes which become impossible…
We have 4 types of 12-24 hour shifts. PSW Awake Shift: when significant overnight needs exist, 24 hour care becomes 2 x 12 hour shifts. The overnight person stays awake…
Seniors are more at risk for falling on stairs than younger adults, and more likely to suffer severe injuries. In fact, seniors 65+ account for 70% of the deaths resulting…