By Bebie Rantalla, BSN, Certified Concierge Care Advisor As a mom of a child diagnosed with a congenital heart defect, with an elder mother in-law, and having family members with underlying conditions while working in the medical field for over 18 years, it was a straight answer – Yes! It was essential for me to […]
Assisted Living Guidance: Getting It Right the First Time
By Sylvana Rinehart, MA, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Navigating Senior Living Decisions: The Importance of Listening, Collaboration, and Long-Term Planning When transitioning a loved one into the next phase of care, the process can feel overwhelming. Recently, I emphasized the importance of building a framework for these decisions by focusing on three key factors: care, […]
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When Should I Complete Advanced Care Planning?
By Alessandra Ramirez, MSW, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Most people may think that Advanced Care Planning may be reserved for old age, significant physical decline, or disease progression. Although there is no perfect time to complete this paperwork, there are circumstances that can usher in the “time to start thinking about it.” Advanced Care Planning […]
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Bone Broth Health Benefits
By Donna Mischke, Director of Family Services at Concierge Care Advisors Recently I had to rush out of town to help a sick relative having some emergency surgery. Within a few hours of arriving, I began the process of making some health healing bone broth. Our family has been making this for several years now […]
Staying Connected Despite Distance
By Kelsey Jochum, BSW, Certified Concierge Care Advisor For most of us, maintaining close contact with those we care about is an important part of our psychological and social well-being. Especially for older adults, frequent communication with others is vital in preventing isolation and the potential negative health effects that can result from being secluded. […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – Signs and Therapies
By Jenny Austin-Krzemien, Certified Concierge Care Advisor My grandmother dreaded the end of summer every year. Not that she preferred the heat over the cooler temps, but because in the fall and winter her disposition changed, and she got depressed. This is common for many adults and seniors, and it has a name: Seasonal Affective […]
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Getting The Energy Out
By Sally Maddox, Certified Concierge Care Advisor What does that mean? Isn’t energy good, you say? Yes, energy is great, except when it’s not yours. As caregivers, you’ve taken on all the bad and good feelings of your client or loved one. It’s hard to differentiate between yours or theirs. The skill of expelling the […]
Fight Memory Loss with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
By Donna Mischke, Director of Family Services at Concierge Care Advisors Unlocking the Health Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil: A Boost for Brain Health and Beyond Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) has long been a staple in Mediterranean diets, prized for its rich flavor and versatility. From drizzling it over salads to enhancing a […]
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Overcoming Covid-19 and Social Isolation
By Vannah Rose Roberto, Certified Concierge Care Advisor As covid-19 continues well into 2022, we have seen how detrimental self-isolation can be for seniors at home and how mental and physical functions play a huge part for high-risk seniors. Social interaction is of great importance to seniors. It increases their physical and cognitive functions which […]
The Bright Side of Giving Up a Little Independence
By Lori Stevens, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Moving to Assisted Living: Gaining Independence by Letting Go of Home Many seniors feel that staying in their home—no matter the cost—represents holding on to their independence. But here’s the truth: moving to assisted living isn’t about giving up independence—it’s about preserving it. Let me explain. Waiting Too […]
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