Preferred Living Solutions is an Aging Life Care™/Geriatric care management company serving adult children and families who are caring for aging parents or others facing health issues. When daily living needs and routines change for you or a loved one, Preferred Living Solutions will be there for you to guide the process. Here are the […]
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Oct
Oct
I was talking on the phone with some of my loved ones recently, and we were discussing all the scam phone calls that we have been getting lately. It seems like each week there is a new method that someone has come up with to try to extract my personal information from me! The most […]
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Sep
Sep
At Preferred Living Solutions, we want to make sure that we are equipping people with the knowledge of elder abuse so that they can help protect their elderly loved ones. Here are 4 steps you can take to help protect you and your loved ones. 1. Plan. Have a plan in place for yourself for […]
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Aug
Aug
At Preferred Living Solutions, we are committed to learning more about Elder Abuse so that we can protect our loved ones. I learned that the Area Agency of Aging Ombudsmen, Adult Protective Services, and County Social Services is our seniors’ allies. When they receive a report (and it can be confidential), first they listen, observe, […]
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Jul
Jul
This is a very personal perspective on what constitutes Elder Abuse and Elder Neglect. Honestly, I spent years shying away from this topic. My reaction when I saw the announcements about World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was quick, sharp, visceral; “How awful,” Thank goodness this does not apply to me or the seniors I know […]
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Jun
Jun
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) started on June 15th, 2006. WEAAD was created to bring awareness of the cultural, social, and economic processes that heavily affect elderly abuse and neglect. WEAAD works hard to educate individuals, organizations, and communities on how to identify, address, and prevent elderly abuse and neglect. How do we spot […]
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May
May
Family dynamics throughout the dementia journey are a powerful force. Stressful times can launch (or re-ignite) family feuds, hurt feelings, and communication challenges. Family structures, personal beliefs, personalities, and family history can make for complicated situations when it comes to caring about and caring for a person living with dementia and their loved ones. Our […]
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Nov
Nov
Deciding that it is time to discuss limiting driving or removing driving privileges with a parent is one of the most difficult things to do. Driving is one of the key abilities that signifies independence, and when that is removed it may fundamentally change not only what that person can do, but also how they […]
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Nov
Nov
Whether it’s being prepared for the curve balls life can throw at you or just being able to find a vital document at a moment’s notice, having your most important records and personal information in one easy-to-find location will bring you peace of mind and security. Preferred Living Solutions’ The Living Prepared Workbook: My Need to […]
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Nov
Nov
After months of being separated from our aging loved ones that reside in retirement communities, visit restrictions are being eased in many states. One or two family members or other loved ones are permitted to schedule outdoor visits with residents. Visitors are asked to follow the usual health safety protocols including temperature checks, symptoms questionnaires, […]