Successful aging in the home should go further than simply meeting basic care needs. It should allow an aging loved one to remain as joyful …Read More
Spirit-Centered Care: Enriching Caregiving at Home Through Art and Music
November 28, 2012
Tag: Communication Tips
Taking The First Step Toward Spirit-Centered Care: Assessing Preferences
November 14, 2012
Successful aging in the home should go further than simply meeting basic care needs. It should allow an aging loved one to remain as joyful …Read More
Conversation Starters: Care is Needed
December 14, 2011
Although it may seem difficult at first to set the wheels in motion, addressing that care is needed with aging loved ones can reduce worry …Read More
Ten tips for talking to loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease
November 8, 2011
People with dementia have more difficulty expressing thoughts and emotions, as well as more trouble understanding others. And family and friends of Alzheimer’s patients are …Read More
Make Yourself Heard: Communication Strategies for Someone with Decreased Hearing
October 13, 2011
While we know how difficult it can sometimes be to communicate with someone who is experiencing hearing loss, we tend to forget that it is …Read More
Can You Hear Me Now? Communicating with Someone with Hearing Loss
October 6, 2011
Hearing loss is a common part of aging, and will likely affect your elderly friends and family members at some point. Communicating with someone who …Read More
How to Develop an Open Line of Communication with Your Physician
August 26, 2011
Communication is a key to any successful relationship. When it comes to doctor/patient relationships, communication is also key to receiving the best healthcare possible. However, …Read More
How to Make the Most of Your Doctor’s Appointments
August 11, 2011
Studies show that a typical visit to a doctor averages only 15 to 20 minutes. Additionally, a doctor’s appointment can often seem overwhelming, making it …Read More
Overcoming objections to an in-home caregiver
September 2, 2010
“I don’t want a stranger coming into my house and going through my things!” “I’ve been doing my own cooking and cleaning since before you …Read More