Longterm eldercare reform is the passion that drives Dr. Bill Thomas, an international authority on geriatric medicine and eldercare. He is the founder of The Eden Alternative and The Greenhouse Project. Dr. Thomas challenges society to see aging as an exciting phase of life. This brief video clip provides a glimpse into the beginning of Dr. […]
Monthly Archives: January 2016
When a health crisis happens to one or both aging parents, adult children need resources and advice they can trust. Preferred Living Solutions employs professional care managers who are members of the Aging Life Care Association ™. Our Aging Life Care™ professionals adhere to ALCA’s Code of Ethics, a pledge and a commitment to our clients to […]
Have you ever been a family caregiver? If so, you know that the penultimate job description has yet to be written. In a 24 hour period you may fill the roles of sitter, companion, cook, cleaner, nurse’s aide, nurse, doctor, driver, spiritual advisor and more. Each care-giving experience is unique, dynamic and an emotional mine […]
Fall Proofing Your Home* Home safety for seniors is a popular topic. Six out of every 10 falls happen at home, where we spend much of our time and tend to move around without thinking about our safety. Many falls may be prevented by making simple changes in your living areas, as well as personal and […]
keeping a healthy heart is essential to aging well. The American Heart Association has a new campaign just in time for February National Heart Awareness Month. In our local area communities including Raleigh-Durham, NC and surrounding towns our care managers ask aging adults and their families to take the pledge to “change your salty ways”! […]
This care manager spent last Sunday at a Raleigh, NC hospital Emergency Department. I went with a client who had an early morning health crisis (and has dementia). During our visit I was reminded of the many benefits of having a knowledgeable “plus one” by the patient’s side. If you are sick enough to be sent to the emergency department, you […]