Helping Mom with every day things
Lately, my mother is having trouble coping with everyday things, like her housekeeping and grooming. She also seems overwhelmed. How can I help her?
Annie’s Story: Coming out of her shell
A resident at The Village of Erin Meadows has made a significant improvement since coming to long- term care a few years ago. Annie arrived at the home as a quiet woman who kept to herself and didn’t participate in any of the activities.
Caregiver stress: how do I cope?
My husband’s dementia is getting worse, and it’s becoming more difficult to care for him by myself. My friends offer to help but I don’t want to burden them with my responsibility. I don’t know how much more I can handle. What should I do?
Sandor’s Story
Fresh air, great food and brisk walks around the promenade deck! I was recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, but that didn’t stop my wife, Megan, and I from taking a seven- day Alaskan cruise.
How do I help a hoarder?
My recently widowed aunt lives alone and has been in the same house for over 35 years. Her house is dirty and her belongings are piled waist high throughout her home. When I offer to help her clean some of it out, she becomes very angry. How can I handle this?
Vivian’s Story
Last year I was diagnosed with high blood pressure and my doctor prescribed medication for it. I decided it was time to get proactive about my health but had never been a very athletic person.
What does a nursing agency do when someone is dying at home?
What does a nursing agency do when someone is dying at home?
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How often do we need a personal support worker?
I’ll be taking care of mom’s bills and care from here on in. How often do you suggest we pay for a personal support worker and how much?
Is Dad eating properly?
How can I tell if my dad is eating properly? He seems to be getting less interested by the day.
Arranging 24 hour care
We’re told that dad will need round the clock care when he comes home from the hospital. How do we arrange this?