Virginia Bell and David Troxel, authors and public speakers on AD and caregiving, have established a Best Friends Bill of Rights for the Alzheimer's victim and caregiver. I personally struggled and learned about caregiving for my mother who had Alzheimer's. These "rights" are excellent guides for caring for your loved ones.
Click on the link below to view an article on Alzheimer's Disease Bill of Rights.
http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2010/07/01/Group-proposes-dementia-bill-of-ri%3Cbr%20/%3Eghts/UPI-59521277963541/
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September 29, 2010
Alzheimer’s and the Brain
Just like the rest of our bodies, our brains change as we age. Most of us notice some slowed thinking and occasional problems with remembering certain things.
For more information on entire article, click on this link:
http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_what_is_alzheimers.asp#brain
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For more information on entire article, click on this link:
http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_what_is_alzheimers.asp#brain
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Alzheimer's Overview
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder named for German physician Alois Alzheimer, who first described it in 1906. Scientists have learned a great deal about Alzheimer’s disease in the century since Dr. Alzheimer first drew attention to it. Click on the link below to view the entire article.
http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_what_is_alzheimers.asp#Introduction
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http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_what_is_alzheimers.asp#Introduction
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September 28, 2010
Tough Decisions
Do you remember when your parents made the decisions in your life? They were in charge and your parent’s decisions on your behalf were to protect you from things and circumstances around you.
Now, fast forward and the same person who made life decisions for you is now dependent on you making big life decisions for them.
There are many barriers and emotional feelings that come to the front when an adult child or grandchild comes to the realization that they now need to make decisions for their elderly parents and loved ones. They see that their elderly parent or grandparent is no longer competent to make their own decisions.
One of the main obstacles in making those tough decisions is denial by the adult caregiver, usually the adult child or grandchild. There are very real emotional struggles to make the decision to have to do this. Questions like, “ Am I doing the right thing?” weigh heavily on adult children. Compound that with more thoughts on how to approach their parent, are they knowledgeable or capable of making that decision? Believe me, none of these things make it any easier to digest.
This is a subject that’s close to my heart which is why I’m speaking on this again. I call it, “To Move or Not to Move.” My presentation will be held at Faith Lutheran Church in Troy, Michigan. It’s this Thursday, September 30th and it starts at 7:00 pm until 8:30 pm. No advanced registration is needed.
I’ll be covering a broad range of informative topics and will include a checklist that can help families determine what resources might be appropriate now and help prepare for the future. Some of the areas I’ll be covering are things like;
What kind of help is needed?
Are they able to maintain their home and lawn?
How do they manage the housekeeping and laundry?
Are they able to recognize strangers and seek necessary help?
What is their ability to handle an emergency if one should arise?
Are they able to drive or do they use public transportation?
Other equally important areas that I also address are social activities, managing finances, getting groceries, preparing meals, eating, recognizing surroundings, ability to keep their appointments, following directions, wandering, their personal care and hygiene, dressing, bathing, medications and a few other important topics.
I’ll offer tips and advise for you and your family. I care about this important subject which is why I’ll be presentating on this and also writing about it.
Serving Seniors professionals are trained in all areas of elder care to get people the proper care that they need. Serving Seniors has been recognized as one of only 20 Fellow Certified Geriatric Care Managers in the USA as recognized by the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers.
I hope you find all of our posts helpful. Please feel free to share your own experiences and we welcome your comments below. We value your input and so do our readers.
I appreciate your interest in Serving Seniors and our professional geriatric care management services. Talk to you soon.
Thanks,
Diane Hischke
Now, fast forward and the same person who made life decisions for you is now dependent on you making big life decisions for them.
There are many barriers and emotional feelings that come to the front when an adult child or grandchild comes to the realization that they now need to make decisions for their elderly parents and loved ones. They see that their elderly parent or grandparent is no longer competent to make their own decisions.
One of the main obstacles in making those tough decisions is denial by the adult caregiver, usually the adult child or grandchild. There are very real emotional struggles to make the decision to have to do this. Questions like, “ Am I doing the right thing?” weigh heavily on adult children. Compound that with more thoughts on how to approach their parent, are they knowledgeable or capable of making that decision? Believe me, none of these things make it any easier to digest.
This is a subject that’s close to my heart which is why I’m speaking on this again. I call it, “To Move or Not to Move.” My presentation will be held at Faith Lutheran Church in Troy, Michigan. It’s this Thursday, September 30th and it starts at 7:00 pm until 8:30 pm. No advanced registration is needed.
I’ll be covering a broad range of informative topics and will include a checklist that can help families determine what resources might be appropriate now and help prepare for the future. Some of the areas I’ll be covering are things like;
What kind of help is needed?
Are they able to maintain their home and lawn?
How do they manage the housekeeping and laundry?
Are they able to recognize strangers and seek necessary help?
What is their ability to handle an emergency if one should arise?
Are they able to drive or do they use public transportation?
Other equally important areas that I also address are social activities, managing finances, getting groceries, preparing meals, eating, recognizing surroundings, ability to keep their appointments, following directions, wandering, their personal care and hygiene, dressing, bathing, medications and a few other important topics.
I’ll offer tips and advise for you and your family. I care about this important subject which is why I’ll be presentating on this and also writing about it.
Serving Seniors professionals are trained in all areas of elder care to get people the proper care that they need. Serving Seniors has been recognized as one of only 20 Fellow Certified Geriatric Care Managers in the USA as recognized by the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers.
I hope you find all of our posts helpful. Please feel free to share your own experiences and we welcome your comments below. We value your input and so do our readers.
I appreciate your interest in Serving Seniors and our professional geriatric care management services. Talk to you soon.
Thanks,
Diane Hischke
September 14, 2010
Alzheimer’s Awareness is a Good Thing.
Serving Seniors Blog: September 10, 2010
It’s hard to believe that Labor Day has come and gone. It’s been a very busy summer and now we’re getting ready for September. In our last blog, I wrote about the Annual Memory Walk at the Detroit Zoo which happened on August 28th. There was lots of walking, lots of talking and everyone had a great time. There were many stories and memories to share and even better, a total of $316, 282 in donations were given. It was a huge success thanks to people like you. All Memory Walk donations benefit the Alzheimer’s Association, the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research.
But the fight for awareness and a cure never stops which is why I participated in another event that benefits the Alzheimer’s Association. On Sunday, September 12th, the 1st Annual Bakes & Barks event was held at Stoney Creek Metro Park. The expression of “the world is going to the dogs” came to life that day as people from all walks of life brought their dogs to compete in contests throughout the day.
There were great prizes, people brought their beloved dogs in costumes, even though it wasn’t required. Entertainment was provided by various dog organizations and many local organizations provided free information and services for seniors, families and pets. That’s where Serving Seniors got involved. I had a table at this great event where I offered information about Serving Seniors to help people become better educated and aware about many issues regarding seniors, especially Alzheimer’s disease.
If you attended the event, I hope you had as great a time as I did. It’s a great feeling to support this great cause with proceeds benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association.
We care about Alzheimer’s and know you do to, which is why I’ll be dedicating a lot of time to this cause and writing about it. Serving Seniors' professionals are trained in all areas of elder care, including Alzheimer’s, to get people the proper care that they need. Serving Seniors has been recognized as one of only 20 Certified Geriatric Care Managers in the USA as recognized by the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers.
I hope you find all of our posts helpful. Please feel free to share your own experiences and we welcome your comments below. We value your input and so do our readers.
I appreciate your interest in Serving Seniors and our professional geriatric care management services.
Look for our next newsletter, where I’ll be writing on Alzheimer’s and offering great articles that are sure to bring more awareness.
Thanks again,
Diane Hischke
It’s hard to believe that Labor Day has come and gone. It’s been a very busy summer and now we’re getting ready for September. In our last blog, I wrote about the Annual Memory Walk at the Detroit Zoo which happened on August 28th. There was lots of walking, lots of talking and everyone had a great time. There were many stories and memories to share and even better, a total of $316, 282 in donations were given. It was a huge success thanks to people like you. All Memory Walk donations benefit the Alzheimer’s Association, the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research.
But the fight for awareness and a cure never stops which is why I participated in another event that benefits the Alzheimer’s Association. On Sunday, September 12th, the 1st Annual Bakes & Barks event was held at Stoney Creek Metro Park. The expression of “the world is going to the dogs” came to life that day as people from all walks of life brought their dogs to compete in contests throughout the day.
There were great prizes, people brought their beloved dogs in costumes, even though it wasn’t required. Entertainment was provided by various dog organizations and many local organizations provided free information and services for seniors, families and pets. That’s where Serving Seniors got involved. I had a table at this great event where I offered information about Serving Seniors to help people become better educated and aware about many issues regarding seniors, especially Alzheimer’s disease.
If you attended the event, I hope you had as great a time as I did. It’s a great feeling to support this great cause with proceeds benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association.
We care about Alzheimer’s and know you do to, which is why I’ll be dedicating a lot of time to this cause and writing about it. Serving Seniors' professionals are trained in all areas of elder care, including Alzheimer’s, to get people the proper care that they need. Serving Seniors has been recognized as one of only 20 Certified Geriatric Care Managers in the USA as recognized by the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers.
I hope you find all of our posts helpful. Please feel free to share your own experiences and we welcome your comments below. We value your input and so do our readers.
I appreciate your interest in Serving Seniors and our professional geriatric care management services.
Look for our next newsletter, where I’ll be writing on Alzheimer’s and offering great articles that are sure to bring more awareness.
Thanks again,
Diane Hischke
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