by Family Private Care | Mar 15, 2013 | Caregiving, Respite Care
If you have made the decision to seek respite care for a loved one, you may feel a sense of relief. Your loved one, however, may not share these same feelings. Resistance to respite care is quite common, especially when you’re dealing with an elder who may be in...
by Family Private Care | Mar 8, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care, Long Term Care Insurance, Respite Care
In October 2012, a part of the Affordable Care Act went into effect in an effort to reduce Medicare spending. This act limits hospitals on how often they can accept patients for re- admittance for a chronic problem. For instance, if a person has heart surgery and...
by Family Private Care | Jan 11, 2013 | Healthy Living
As the new year begins, many of us are running on empty from caring for elderly and aging or disabled family members over the holidays. It was most likely a challenging but rewarding time with family and friends. Now, however, is a moment to adjust your sails for...
by Family Private Care | Jan 2, 2013 | Healthy Living
Resolutions seem to abound in every age group from teenagers to senior citizens, but as we age, we like to think a certain amount of wisdom can help us look beyond the usual “get more exercise” or “organize the basement.” Of course neither of...
by Family Private Care | Dec 26, 2012 | Caregiving
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease is challenging. Grandpa’s memories of breakfast may have gone away with the clean dishes but by setting a scene for activities that touch his heart, you might bring some balance to both of you. Offerings such as...