After the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease: So what now!!
By Micha Shalev, Co-owner of The Oasis at Dodge Park, Dodge Park Rest Home and The Adult Day Club at Dodge Park
“Are you kidding...
Caregivers deserve some time off
By Angela Rocheleau
March brings the promise of the spring season, but, for some families dealing with elderly or frail loved ones it also raises...
When it comes to home care, educate yourself
In the 20 years I have been in the home health care business, most recently as the CEO of an agency, I have seen the unfortunate results of the lack of planning countless times.
Why worry?
By Marianne Delorey, Ph.D., Executive Director, Colony Retirement Homes
“When I look back on all these worries, I remember the story of the old man...
Abuse and neglect of the Alzheimer’s patient – red flags
By Micha Shalev
This is part two of a two-part series. Part one was in the September issue of the Fifty Plus Advocate and can...
Radio frequency technology helps locate missing elderly
The rescue is one of many similar stories shared by the company, already well known for tracking stolen vehicles, construction equipment and more recently, computer laptops.
Moving into a long term care facility
Part one of a three part series
By Micha Shalev
Most of us dread the thought of permanently moving a loved one into a skilled...
Hospice care offers a true gift of love
There is no greater love a person can share than giving the gift of care during a time of great need.
Little Things Mean a Lot
In 1954 Kitty Kalen sang, “For always and ever, now and forever, little things mean a lot.” And so it is when elders are trying to stay independent.
Poll profiles American caregivers
WASHINGTON —
More Americans may wind up helping mom as she gets older, but a new poll shows the most stressful kind of caregiving is...
