"Slow Medicine is just this caring process of slowing down, being patient, coordinating care, and remaining faithful to the end. Families necessarily bear the greatest responsibility in surmounting difficulties to create this bond of trust and security for their loved ones.”
Find out what people are saying about Dr. Dennis McCullough and his latest book. Check out the link for more
June 21, 2012
The “Slow Medicine” Approach to Compassionate Care
Describing the importance of observing and being sensitive to our elders’ needs, Dr. McCullough outlined the Eight Stations of Late Life as a way to understand the changes they are going through. To read the entire article, click here
Taking care of the Elderly Person or Elderly People with Compassion
It started out only as a job.... but ended up much more than that.
I began working for our Local Council as what was classified as a Home Carer. This position was primarily to help people with health problems, or other reasons to stay in their own homes. Read the entire blog post here
I began working for our Local Council as what was classified as a Home Carer. This position was primarily to help people with health problems, or other reasons to stay in their own homes. Read the entire blog post here
May 9, 2012
May is National Geriatric Care Manager Month
The more we know and the more informed we are, the make better choices and decisions we can make. The same principal applies to my work as a Professional Geriatric Care Manager or PGCM as we call ourselves. And speaking of awareness, May is National Geriatric Care Manager Month!
Professional Geriatric Care Managers plan and coordinate the care of the elderly and disabled to improve their quality of life and maintain their independence as long as possible. That’s what we do at Serving Seniors. We’re trained and experienced in many fields including nursing, social work, and psychology with specialized focus on all issues related to aging and care for the elderly. We assist older adults so they can get the best care possible and become an experienced guide and valuable resource for families or elderly loved ones, including those suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s, or showing symptoms of dementia.
Many people aren’t aware that there’s an organization called the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers. This is important to know because Geriatric Care Managers who are members, are committed to adhering to the NAPGCM Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Unfortunately, not every Geriatric Care Manager belongs to this organization which can lead to unprofessional results and negative consequences for the people who employ their services in good faith. I’m proud to say that Serving Seniors has a team of professionals all of whom are members of this association, and we’re recognized as one of 33 Fellow Certified Geriatric Care Managers in the USA as recognized by the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers.
Here are some proven ways to determine if you need a Professional Geriatric Care Manager. Take an honest assessment to see if you have the time, desire, and skills to manage the many challenges of geriatric care by yourself. Talking to family members and consulting with a professional are great ways to start. Are the problems that you or your loved ones are facing becoming more than you can comfortably manage? Are the demands and responsibilities so great that you’re not able to provide the right care and attention to your loved one’s problems? If so, it’s time to get the right help for you and your loved one. Here are the benefits of using a Professional Geriatric Care Manager.
● Evaluate needs and develop a personalized Plan of Care
● Help to establish and maintain an independent lifestyle
● Arrange and oversee Home Care Services
● Assist with the transition to assisted living and nursing home care
● Manage care and coordinate with health care providers
● Educate, advise and support the caregiver
● Serve as a local resource for long-distance caregivers
Serving Seniors Professional Geriatric Care Managers are committed to ensuring your loved one receives the absolutely best care, compassion, and quality of life they deserve. We provide welcome peace of mind to seniors, their families, and other representatives such as attorneys and guardians. Every decision matters in the care for your elderly loved ones and poor decisions affect everyone. We invite you to explore our services and take advantage of our free senior care resources on our website.
Call us at 877.375.SENIORS (877.375.7364), or contact us by e-mail. You’ll be glad you did.
Thanks,
Diane
Professional Geriatric Care Managers plan and coordinate the care of the elderly and disabled to improve their quality of life and maintain their independence as long as possible. That’s what we do at Serving Seniors. We’re trained and experienced in many fields including nursing, social work, and psychology with specialized focus on all issues related to aging and care for the elderly. We assist older adults so they can get the best care possible and become an experienced guide and valuable resource for families or elderly loved ones, including those suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s, or showing symptoms of dementia.
Many people aren’t aware that there’s an organization called the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers. This is important to know because Geriatric Care Managers who are members, are committed to adhering to the NAPGCM Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Unfortunately, not every Geriatric Care Manager belongs to this organization which can lead to unprofessional results and negative consequences for the people who employ their services in good faith. I’m proud to say that Serving Seniors has a team of professionals all of whom are members of this association, and we’re recognized as one of 33 Fellow Certified Geriatric Care Managers in the USA as recognized by the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers.
Here are some proven ways to determine if you need a Professional Geriatric Care Manager. Take an honest assessment to see if you have the time, desire, and skills to manage the many challenges of geriatric care by yourself. Talking to family members and consulting with a professional are great ways to start. Are the problems that you or your loved ones are facing becoming more than you can comfortably manage? Are the demands and responsibilities so great that you’re not able to provide the right care and attention to your loved one’s problems? If so, it’s time to get the right help for you and your loved one. Here are the benefits of using a Professional Geriatric Care Manager.
● Evaluate needs and develop a personalized Plan of Care
● Help to establish and maintain an independent lifestyle
● Arrange and oversee Home Care Services
● Assist with the transition to assisted living and nursing home care
● Manage care and coordinate with health care providers
● Educate, advise and support the caregiver
● Serve as a local resource for long-distance caregivers
Serving Seniors Professional Geriatric Care Managers are committed to ensuring your loved one receives the absolutely best care, compassion, and quality of life they deserve. We provide welcome peace of mind to seniors, their families, and other representatives such as attorneys and guardians. Every decision matters in the care for your elderly loved ones and poor decisions affect everyone. We invite you to explore our services and take advantage of our free senior care resources on our website.
Call us at 877.375.SENIORS (877.375.7364), or contact us by e-mail. You’ll be glad you did.
Thanks,
Diane
April 30, 2012
The Compassionate Life: Walking the Path of Kindness
"The Compassionate Life: Walking the Path of Kindness" is another book I recommend after attending a lecture by it's author Marc Ian Barasch at the NAPGCM conference in Seattle. The following is an excerpt from his website www.compassionatelife.com:
With a keen balance of hope and skepticism, Marc Barasch sets out on a journey to the heart of compassion, discovering its power to change who we are and the society we have become. ... With unfailing curiosity, Barasch poses vital questions: What can we learn from exceptionally empathetic people? Can we increase our compassion quotient with practice? ... What if the great driving force of our evolution were actually "survival of the kindest"? Click here to read more.
With a keen balance of hope and skepticism, Marc Barasch sets out on a journey to the heart of compassion, discovering its power to change who we are and the society we have become. ... With unfailing curiosity, Barasch poses vital questions: What can we learn from exceptionally empathetic people? Can we increase our compassion quotient with practice? ... What if the great driving force of our evolution were actually "survival of the kindest"? Click here to read more.
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