In this course Judi Kelly Cleary, a Certified Dementia Practitioner, will explain the progression various types of dementia, how to understand behaviors and changes in personality, how you can communicate more effectively, and how you can create an effective environment for a person who has dementia. Judi Kelly Cleary has over 25 years experience caring for people with dementia, including as an … [Read more...]
Help Your Elderly Loved One Be Happy
In this course we will explore why your loved one might be experiencing - and sharing! - these negative emotions, and what you can do to help. We'll discuss medical issues, lifestyle challenges, and psychological factors, and I'll give you suggestions on what you can do to assist in each of those realms. I've also provided a worksheet so you can apply the information in this course to your … [Read more...]
Home Safety for Seniors
Performing a home safety review is a very effective way to make aging in place more realistic. Preventing falls and injuries will help avoid hospitalizations, which often lead to residential care. In this course we will use the home safety checklist produced by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission to identify potential hazards in your loved one's home. We'll also use advice from the … [Read more...]
Advance Medical Directives and Health Care Agents
Preparing a living will and naming an agent under health care power of attorney can provide peace of mind to yourself and your loved ones. If you are a health care agent for a loved one, you will also want to understand your responsibilities and what to expect. The recommendations in this course - which are provided by the National Institute on Aging and the American Bar Association - will … [Read more...]
7 Pro Tips for Long Distance Caregivers
Download Your Free Guide Here: 7 Pro Tips for Long Distance Caregivers Most likely, you're scrambling from crisis to crisis, and in between you are hoping things don't go into a tailspin! It doesn't have to be like that! These tips will save you unnecessary stress and prevent costly mistakes! Practical Advice: Prevent needless trips to the emergency room Avoid medical errors … [Read more...]