By Sylvana Rinehart, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Hospice is quite often an initial challenge for many of us. On a recent phone call with a concerned adult granddaughter, she said that the doctor at the hospital mentioned hospice and that no one in the family is ready to accept this terminal diagnosis. In talking things […]
Personalized Senior Care Solutions: Putting Fears to Rest
By Brenda Deschner, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Finding Peace of Mind in a Time of Crisis: A Family’s Journey with Concierge Care Advisors It’s Monday morning, and you’re going about your usual routine when the phone rings—your mother is in the hospital. Fear, anxiety, and panic overwhelm you. This is the experience one of my […]
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Garden Walks Can Be Therapeutic to Memory Loss
By Kathy Finley, Director of Family Services at Concierge Care Advisors As I have written here before, I am a gardener. Whether it was at my previous home with both large vegetable and flower gardens, or at my current apartment patio and volunteer opportunities at a local farm. I have always felt better after even […]
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Harmony in Transition to Senior Living
By Nori Patnode, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Helping a Loved One Transition to Assisted Living or an Adult Family Home: A Guide for Families Moving to an Assisted Living Facility or Adult Family Home is a major life transition for seniors. Change is never easy—especially for someone who has lived independently for years, making their […]
When Is The Right Time To Give Up The Family Pet?
By Brenda Deschner, Certified Concierge Care Advisor I have a dog and a cat and I love having a pet in my home. I waited four years to get new pets for my home because I was not sure what my life would be like, or my work schedule. I understand how a […]
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Helping Seniors Prevent Falls in Their Home
Brenda Deshner, Certified Senior Advisor at Concierge Care Advisors Falls are the leading cause of injury for people aged 65 and over. And while the risk of falls increases as you age, the tips below are applicable to all of us! Remove all throw rugs and keep walkways free of clutter Keep an eye out […]
Understanding Little Known Move-In Costs
Sylvana Rinehart, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Navigating Move-In Costs for Assisted Living and Adult Family Homes There are many factors to consider when choosing the right senior living option for your loved one. Families often prioritize appearance, care quality, and overall feel, but it’s essential to prepare for some unexpected costs associated with moving into […]
Blessings
By Nori Patnode, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Working as an Advisor at Concierge Care Advisors, I notice how my clients and their families often bless me with the most wonderful family stories. I am truly honored to meet these gracious people and share in their rich family history. Recently, a family member named Shirley Taylor […]
Better Health for Successful Aging
By Monika Kaloyanova, Executive Coordinator at Concierge Care Advisors There are many facts about the health of seniors that. Aging is a natural part of life and as we get older, physical changes and almost every organ can affect the health and lifestyle of seniors. There are many diseases and conditions that become more prominent […]
Goals and Resolutions for Seniors in the New Year
By Bobbie Holz, Certified Concierge Care Advisor The beginning of a New Year ahead is the perfect time to refresh and to set some goals for this upcoming year. Every year after the Holidays most people are ready to start the New Year with new resolutions to guide them to accomplish new (or old) goals, […]
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