October 31, 2016 —
Alzheimer Spouses Benefit from Counseling and Support November is Family Caregivers Month. Sponsored by the Caregiver Action Network (formerly the National Family Caregivers Association), this event is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers who do so much for their loved ones. This year’s theme, “Take Care to Give Care,” reminds us that caregiving… Read More
August 30, 2016 —
Keeping Nursing Home Residents Connected As we age, our ability to maintain social relationships may wane. Friends and loved ones pass away, health issues may isolate us, and physical limitations may make it difficult to go out and meet people. But socializing remains important. Not only does it help us feel connected and alive, but… Read More
August 15, 2016 —
“Mom, You Forgot to Pay the Gas Bill….” An expert says a decline in financial management skills might be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease, and family may need to step in. What’s the most challenging topic to discuss with older loved ones? Family caregivers often name end-of-life wishes, driving safety and incontinence as tough-to-talk-about… Read More
July 28, 2016 —
Canine Caregivers Bring Joy to Housebound Seniors These special therapy dogs match with seniors for years at a time, visiting them in their homes on a regular basis. Cherese Cobb | Jul 28th 2016 Baby Boomers — those born in the late 1940s, ’50s, and ’60s — make up one-third of the U.S. population. Every nine seconds an… Read More
June 29, 2016 —
Pain Often Untreated in Seniors With Dementia Older adults are apt to suffer from a variety of painful health conditions, including arthritis, osteoporosis, urinary tract infections, diabetic neuropathy, tooth problems, constipation and many others. It’s important to address this discomfort and work with the person’s healthcare provider to arrive at the most effective treatment for… Read More
May 26, 2016 —
Talking With Your Loved One About Incontinence Seniors who are experiencing urinary incontinence often feel all alone. But they are not. Though the topic seldom comes up in conversation, incontinence affects more than half of women past the age of menopause, and also affects many senior men. According to the American College of Physicians (ACP),… Read More
April 18, 2016 —
Announcement: GeriatriCare® Management, Inc. and Integrated Neurology Services Collaborate to offer Coordinated Care to Mutual Clients in Northern Virginia Stephanie Thomopoulos, Care Manager/Clinical Social Worker and owner of GeriatriCare® Management, Inc. is collaborating with Dr. Simon Fishman, Neurologist with Integrated Neurology Services to provide coordinated care for mutual clients. This coordinated care service is available… Read More
April 1, 2016 —
Man’s best friend can also play an important role in health care. BY LEXI TRIMPE Published: March 29, 2016 BENSON SLOWLY WALKS through the main lobby of Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital. His employee badge hangs from his bright red service vest, which reads “Please Pet Me” on the back. A nurse sees Benson from… Read More
March 31, 2016 —
Being a caregiver for an elderly adult can be fraught with unforeseen and challenging situations that many relatives are ill equipped to handle. Managing all the details and logistics required for situating an elderly parent either in their home after a hospital stay or in a facility of some kind can be daunting for a… Read More
