What do you do when your elderly parent or client isn’t taking their medications as prescribed? Here are ways to find out what is going wrong and how to correct it. You might also be interested in these other solutions: Care Coordination Transportation and Driving Personal Care Mail, Bills, and Paperwork Appointments Health and Safety Daily Life Your Home Legal and … [Read more...]
First meetings & exciting outings: Care is There helps our client fulfill a wish
Every day, I have the privilege of helping Care is There clients, so they have the confidence to live their best lives. Recently, I had a truly inspiring and fun outing with a client, Jody Jenkins, and it’s these types of experiences that make working with Care is There clients so rewarding. Jody, who no longer drives due to vision loss, has been a Care is There client for two years. I often … [Read more...]
Home Security Tips for Senior Citizens
Home security is a vital part of any aging-in-place plan. Especially if an elderly loved one is living alone. It makes sense that many people are often worried and concerned that their parents or grandparents may be vulnerable to crime. The National Sheriff’s Association, through the National Association of Triads, shares tips for improving the security of an older person’s home. We reviewed and … [Read more...]
Management of chronic disease like heart disease
It’s February - American Heart Month! That’s a great reminder to keep up the management of chronic disease like heart disease. In our article about How to Help Your Elderly Loved One Manage Their Chronic Disease, we explain ways you can support your loved one and client in managing their condition. After the inconveniences our experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have a better … [Read more...]
How to Manage Your Loved One’s Hospital Stay
You can make your loved one’s hospital stay more effective and less stressful by following a few best practices. We researched tips and advice from the experts, and put together a handy, easy to read article with the best practices from experts like the Joint Commission Guide to Patient and Family Engagement in Hospital Quality and Safety. Read the guide at this link. You might also be … [Read more...]
Understanding Hospital Observation Status & its Impact on Insurance Coverage
Did you know that a simple medical coding of even part of your client or loved one’s hospital stay can reduce or eliminate their Medicare benefits? Read this article to be aware of “observation status”, its insurance implications, and what to do about it. You might also be interested in these other solutions: Care Coordination Health and Safety Legal and Finances Support and Joy … [Read more...]
How to Manage Your Loved One’s Hospital Admission
Hospital admission can be stressful for your loved one or client. At Care is There, we know how hectic and confusing the process can be. That’s why we’ve put together some tips to help you make hospital admission more organized and less stressful. You can read them in our Solutions article here. You might also be interested in these other solutions: Care Coordination Personal Care … [Read more...]
How to Hire a Home Helper or Companion in Virginia
Does your elderly loved one or client need help with meals, laundry, or transportation? Be sure you know how to find, manage, and pay your helpers while complying with laws and regulations. Read our article on how to hire a home helper or companion in Virginia - and if you have any questions, Care is There can help! You might also be interested in these other solutions: Care Coordination … [Read more...]
Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors
One in Four Americans aged 65+ falls every year. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans, but falling is not an inevitable part of aging. The National Council on Aging recommends six simple steps to prevent a fall. Read the article at this link for a description of the six steps and and short video. You might also be interested in these other … [Read more...]
Healthy and Convenient Meals – Arranging Services for Your Elderly Parents
Delicious, healthy meals a central component of well-being. You can help your elderly loved one have them regularly. In this article, we discuss many different options for arranging meal preparation and delivery. You might also be interested in these other solutions: Care Coordination Transportation and Driving Personal Care Mail, Bills, and Paperwork Appointments Health … [Read more...]