Prevent Elderly Abuse Elderly abuse is defined as abuse or neglect of elderly persons by a caregiver or another person in a relationship where trust is to be expected. It takes place nationwide, including here in San Diego County. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “Elder abuse is the infliction of physical, emotional/psychological, sexual or financial harm on an...
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, it's time to focus on the positive. To focus on the negative is to lose quality time with your loved one.So instead take every day as it comes and learn how to communicate in the best way possible. And not just about the disease, but with your loved one as time goes...
In San Diego County, and throughout California, home health care is different than home care.The terminology can be confusing.If a medical professional prescribes care following a hospitalization or acute incident, it is most likely home health care. The goal of home health care is to prescribe therapies and professional follow up to help the patient regain their independence.Another important goal...
If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s in San Diego, dementia day care could be a lifesaver.As a caregiver, you know the demands can be overwhelming.You’re doing your best, but you are tired, frustrated and getting behind on your other responsibilitiesIf this stress is left untreated, it can take a significant toll on your health, your relationships...
Here are some common assisted living license citations given to California facilities in 2017.There are thousands of assisted living licensed facilities throughout California, and hundreds in San Diego County. These include both larger assisted living communities and small board and care homes.All assisted living facilities are licensed and inspected by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division.Some...
Many of the calls we get are from adult children of a parent with dementia. It’s all too common. In most of these cases, the parent is no longer safe to live alone. Two major concerns for a senior with dementia living alone are medication management and personal safety. Medication Concerns For a Parent With Dementia When an elderly person...
Many people don’t know about small assisted living homes, also called board and care homes or residential care homes. One of the reasons is these are homes tucked into neighborhoods. We see large assisted living communities on our streets and in advertisements, so we’re familiar with these. Larger assisted living communities are fine. We refer families to them regularly. And...
Very often a family looks for assisted living for a couple because one spouse needs care, and the well spouse can no longer provide that care alone. A common scenario is when one spouse has memory loss and the other doesn’t. Determining which care communities have the type of care, programs and setting for two elderly parents can be difficult. Finding...
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