24 Nov

How Long Should An Elderly Person Stay In Their Own Home?

Should They Stay or Should They Go: How Long Should an Elderly Person Stay in Their Own Home? Many people think of staying in their own home until end of life as the “gold standard”. Often, healthcare professionals and government agencies lead people to believe

24 Nov

Ageing Alone? What’s Your Plan?

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The Realities of Caregiving: The Dreaded Phone Call at 11:00pm “I’m watching the evening news. The phone rings. It’s late. I quickly do a role call in my head of where my family are – grown kids, elderly parents in care. The call is

24 Nov

Elder Management: Sibling Rivalry and Family Disputes

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Navigating the Elder Management landscape can be overwhelming and complicated – especially when siblings do not get along. While brothers and sisters can be an invaluable source of support, they can also be a major source of stress and anxiety if disagreements crop up about

24 Nov

Who Coordinates the Coordinators in Complex Elder Care Situations?

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Many elders have complex health and personal care needs that require ongoing care with different providers in multiple settings. If a hospital stay is necessary, the number of healthcare providers involved goes up exponentially. Despite how common this situation is, clients and their families report

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