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Ask Amy: How do I determine my parents care needs?

by Amy Hane | Sep 18, 2019

Determining if/when your parent(s) needs additional assistance in their home can be difficult and emotionally draining. Don’t know where to begin? Take this quiz to help guide you.

What to Ask Before Choosing a Hospice Agency

by Lori Beth Charlton | Aug 29, 2019

There are three questions most people don’t think about asking about when deciding on a Hospice agency to serve their loved one, but they should.

Ask Amy: How do we celebrate someone’s life after they die?

by Amy Hane | Aug 14, 2019

As you are faced with planning a memorial service, a celebration of life, or a funeral for a loved one, think about what made their life so special. Who were the important relationships in their life?

Ask Amy: How do we get loved ones to eat when they live in a nursing home?

by Amy Hane | Jul 17, 2019

Q: How do we get loved ones to eat when they live in a nursing home? Last month, we addressed how to encourage your loved one who lives at home one to eat more food. This month, we will address how to encourage your loved one, who lives in a nursing home,...

Understanding the Difference Between a Case Manager and a Care Manager

by Lori Beth Charlton | Jul 12, 2019

I cannot count the number of times I've had people confuse my role as a Care Manager with the role of a Case Manager, or even mistakenly call me a Case Manager right after I introduce myself as someone's Care Manager. It's a simple mistake and usually is...

Is pet ownership a good idea for seniors?

by Lori Beth Charlton | Jun 29, 2019

Pets do play a vital role in the daily lives of humans and for the elderly who often live alone, their role may be pivotal at times in the decision-making process when confronted with questions regarding if and when a senior should accept more care and possibly move out of his or her home.