Caregivers- Know Loved One’s Insurance Plan
As a case manager for many years, I have had to stay current on insurance and all it provides to my patients. As a proactive caregiver advocate, insurance knowledge is still very much required as I help families navigate the community side of caring for loved ones. Many caregivers do not understand their loved ones’ […]
Making Use of Time Using Memories and Storytelling
As our loved ones age, they often have more time on their hands. Since we can never get back our time, caregivers can help by taking advantage of the time granted to our elders. One of the best ways to use time is by engaging elders in stimulating discussions with friends and family on current […]
Concerns for Exercise and Multiple Medications
Caring for a loved one on multiple medications can be a challenge, especially when understanding how these medications might react during exercise. It’s essential to know the signs and symptoms of medication reactions. There comes a time when it’s necessary to step in and discuss long-term medications with the healthcare team. Any warning signs in […]
Dementia Support and Reality Orientation
The role of the caregiver is pivotal for loved ones with dementia who have lost time, space, orientation, and familiarity with life and family. They need cues to keep them engaged as much as possible, regardless of their reaction or awareness. While some remembrances may be lost forever, the caregiver’s role in engaging with loved […]
The Heat and Older Loved Ones-Caution Required
Hot weather can pose risks for elderly individuals. Why? This is because older adults do not adjust to elevated temperature changes. They are more likely to have chronic medical conditions affecting their body’s heat response. Medications your loved ones take may also influence their ability to regulate temperature. High temperatures can exacerbate existing health conditions, […]
Eldercare Abuse Hiding in Plain Sight: Beware!
Caring for an elderly loved one is an act of love. Did you know the act of love can sometimes become a problem that centers on abuse? We are a trusting nation mostly, and attending to the needs of loved ones can be challenging if unprepared. Not being prepared for the countless unknowns can turn […]
Caregivers: You Have a Bill of Rights!
Today I had an in-depth conversation with a client about the reality of burnout caring for a difficult family member. There is no shade here, but her loved one was in the military, a career of giving orders, and now he is dealing with a life-altering illness that is out of his control. While I […]
Senior Participation at Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Boule 2024!
I have safely returned from my sorority, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Grand Boule, in the capital and largest city in Indiana, Indianapolis. Indeed, it was a beautiful site to see the blue and white Sorors here, there, and everywhere. Every generation of age attended the Boule that took place from July 23 to July […]
Ageing in Place Requires Exercise
Many loved ones aspire to stay in their homes as they age — known as “aging in place.” According to the World Health Organization, about 1 in 6 people will be 60 or older by 2030(World Health Organization, 2020). Your careful regard and provision are a substantial part of helping loved ones remain in their familiar environment. […]
Care of Loved ones with Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease in the African American community is not discussed but is seen daily in the lives of many caregivers. With information and awareness, families with Parkinson’s can be enabled to advocate for the quality of life they deserve. Parkinson’s disease is a chronic and complex neurological disease, not an acute illness. Symptoms vary widely, […]