February
24
2010
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February
6
2010
Currently, there are about 10 million caregivers in the United States and 75% percent of them are women. Pennsylvania has the 5th largest population of caregivers. Taking on the stresses of caregiving can take quite a toll on individuals. Here are 10 tips for caregivers:
- Take long, slow, deep breaths.
- Sit in a quiet room and read a book.
- Don’t hesitate to ask others for help.
- Set personal goals and work towards them day by day.
- Take on a new hobby.
- Exercise regularly.
- Take a walk with a friend.
- Attend/Visit a local Support Group for Caregivers. Call United Way LINC at (717) 291-LINC (5462) for more information.
- Address your own physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
- Laugh often
February
3
2010
Part 2 of 5: Listen
You have an idea of what the community looks like and now it is time to listen. Is what you hear pleasing to the ear?
How are staff members communicating with the residents? Are they compassionate or demanding?
Do the residents seem to be enjoying themselves or are you hearing a lot of complaints? (Ask a few of the residents about their experiences at the community…they are usually more than willing to share their experiences with you)
Are staff members introducing themselves to you?
Does the community view themselves as a ‘facility’ or a ‘community’?
February
1
2010
Please take note that Pavelko Senior Consulting Services address changed. Our new address is:
Pavelko Senior Consulting Services, LLC
P O Box 8991
Lancaster, PA 17604-8991
January
27
2010
Medication administration is one of the most common reasons families consider long-term care for their loved ones. Your loved one is forgetting to take their medications and you do not want to pay someone to come in every day only to receive confirmation that they did or did not take their medications. In recent years, the use of technology in seniors’ homes has increased.
Not only are pendants being used for fall or other common health concern risks, but there are now devices that will set off an alarm to serve as a reminder for your loved one to take their medications. This device and many others similar to it are keeping seniors safer in their homes longer.