Why Work With an Eldercare Consultant?
Why Work With an Eldercare Consultant? Would you go to court without an attorney? Into surgery without a good surgeon? Purchase a home without a realtor? Exploring the vast world of long term care and senior housing options can be equally overwhelming. The right Eldercare Consultant can educate, guide, protect, and simplify your search – […]
Graham & Graham Eldercare Consultants CEO Michelle Graham, giving a 2 minute presentation at a Transformational Speakers Summit
Graham & Graham Eldercare Consultants CEO Michelle Graham, giving a 2 minute presentation at a Transformational Speakers Summit, describing a client and how we were able to help! Wrong place vs Right Place.
Veterans, Red Poppies and Memorial Day
Veterans, Red Poppies and Memorial Day Statistics show that we are losing 430 WWII Veteran’s daily. 16 million served and we have as few as 690,000 left today. Since this is my May article it seemed an appropriate time to share some information on Veteran Benefits and an another wonderful program called Honor Flight. […]
Haphazard Hygiene
hy·giene [ˈhīˌjēn] conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially through cleanliness: synonyms: cleanliness · sanitation · sterility · purity · disinfection Have you recently noticed a decline in your loved one’s personal hygiene? When this occurs, it is typically one of the warning signs that they could use some assistance. Chances […]
The Importance of Preserving the Past
“Being listened to and heard is one of the greatest desires of the human heart” -Richard Carlson By the time this is printed I will have attended two major events honoring our greatest generation. The Washington State Legacy WWII project “Washington Remembers”-celebrating and recognizing the 70th anniversary of the end of WWII and the Polson […]
Assisted Living Communities and Adult Family Homes-What is the Difference?
What’s the difference between an adult family home and an assisted living community? There’s a huge difference when it comes to the right fit for an individual. When I started in this industry in 1988, our communities were called “retirement homes”. Even then I wondered, who in their right mind “retires” and then moves into […]
Dehydration in the Elderly
We are all well aware of the importance of drinking enough water, but this is extremely important for our senior population. Dehydration in the elderly population is a widespread problem. It is a common cause for hospital stays among seniors and it can be deadly. Fortunately, there is a lot that can be done to […]
Sometimes a Smaller Environment is Best
I like to write about real life experiences, issues and concerns that I’m helping people with on a daily basis. So the point of this month’s article is simply if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it! I recently found a lovely adult family home for a lady who was living in her own home alone, […]
Alzheimer’s-the Thief That Robs the Mind
On the morning of March 9th I attended a benefit breakfast for the Alzheimer’s Association. The guest speakers were a couple by the name of Joel and Nancy Johnson. Nancy told her story of hope and how she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at the age of 52 years old. Not only was her story heartbreaking, […]
The Mystery of Medication Management
In this day and age of modern medicine, it is uncommon to encounter senior citizens who aren’t taking daily medications. In fact, nearly half of senior citizens take 5 or more different medications regularly. Unfortunately, the Department of Health and Human Services estimates that 55% of seniors do not take their medication as directed. This […]
In Home Care or Home Healthcare…What’s the Difference?
Although the two types of care sound the same, there are actually some big differences. It can be overwhelming to try and figure out exactly what type of care your loved one needs. Home healthcare is often utilized following a hospitalization or a stint in a skilled nursing facility. The goal is to help the […]
How Living Alone Impacts Nutrition
“The fondest Memories are made when gathered round the table”. For so many families, this is absolutely true. We celebrate special occasions by sharing a meal. Weddings, Birthdays, Graduations, Holidays…and even funeral receptions all have this is common. When we gather together, we eat. Food is such a central part of our culture. Even a […]