[Part II of the Elder Incident and Care Cycle] When an elder in your care sustains an injury that requires hospitalization and subsequent rehabilitation, you may find that additional in-home care is needed once the elderly individual returns home. Fortunately, there are numerous personal and companion care services to be had – depending on the …
Feb
03
The Elder Incident and Care Cycle: Incident, Hospital, Rehab, Home
As we age, the incidents of injuries inside or outside the home may increase. In an environment where an elder is without continual support, the advent of an injury leads to what many in the industry call “the incident and care cycle.” Whether an injury is caused by slipping on an ice-coated step on the …
Jan
20
Understanding and Making Use of Resources in a Hospital Care Environment
For those who are caring for elders in the home, it is beneficial to have an understanding of how to make use of resources in a hospital care environment – in the event that their elder is injured or incapacitated and is placed in hospital care. The hospital environment offers a number of acute care …
Jan
12
Preparing for and Avoiding Problems with In-home Elder Care
Caring for an elder in the home can be a rewarding experience for both the care giver and the elder, but at times it can also be a challenge. Although every elder care situation is unique to the individual and the family, certain problems and concerns may soon arise. Common issues, such as lack of …