It’s not what is forgotten, It’s what is still remembered. An encouraging, whole person model of care
Written by Sarah Randolph; published in Kaw Valley Senior Monthly, July 2017, pg. 15 Alzheimer’s and dementia can be difficult, demanding on families, caregivers and individuals themselves. However, a positive whole person mode of care is emerging. Beginning with an ideology that is based on acknowledging but no longer focusing on the losses (loss of […]
Caring for those with Alzheimer’s or a dementia related illness
Published in Kaw Valley Senior Monthly – November 2018 November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a disorder which accounts for 65-80% of dementia diagnoses. Diagnosed by physicians and neurologists with detailed personal history-taking, testing, exams, scans and ruling out of other possibilities, AD is permanent, progressive and can lead to memory, […]
Caregiving and Guilt: A Complex Relationship
Written by Sarah Randolph; published in Better Senior Living, June 2018, pg. 15 Caregiving presents many challenges related to one’s physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. A caregiver faces living on the ragged edge from lack of sleep and constant worry that come with being a caregiver. In addition, isolation and self-neglect are often part of […]
Checklist for Evaluating a Long-Term Care Facility
A. Physical Environment Is the facility on a quiet or busy street? What is the noise level? Is there plenty of room to roam freely without obstructions? Is the facility home-like or institutional feeling? Are there several sitting areas for family to congregate? Is the memory unit separated, secure and on one level? Are the […]