By Marta Street, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Rebuilding Community for Seniors: Overcoming Isolation and Finding Connection The past two years have taught us a lot about the negative impact of isolation on our seniors. For families, this has been an especially difficult time—particularly for loved ones with cognitive impairments. The mental and physical decline among […]
Companion Care for Seniors
By Shelby Thompson, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Companion care or a companion caregiver provides extra help for seniors who are mostly healthy but would benefit from extra socialization or emotional support to boost morale and stay connected with other people. Companions can offer a range of support including assisting with daily household tasks, encouraging and […]
Can You Hear Me? How to Overcome Hearing Loss in Seniors
By Jenny Austin-Krzemien, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Recognizing Hearing Loss in Seniors: How to Help Loved Ones Stay Connected I first started noticing signs of hearing loss when I realized my dad seemed to struggle during conversations at family gatherings. A few clues led me to suspect it—at one gathering, he was sitting off to the […]
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Taking The Opportunity to Take Note
By Kelsey Jochum, BSW, Certified Concierge Care Advisor If your parents or aging relatives live independently and you are visiting them this holiday season, it might be an opportune time to discreetly check on them and look out for tell-tale signs of changes in their physical, mental, and social health. If you are among those […]
Leaving It Better
“Life is about making an impact, not making an income” Kevin Kruse By Jennifer James, Certified Concierge Care Advisor “Leave it better than you found it” This is a simple goal for which many business professionals strive for, but few achieve. It is an ideal that should ring true in every aspect of our lives, […]
Uhhh…Masks Again?
By Donna Mischke, Director of Family Services at Concierge Care Advisors A Washington State advisory board made up from county health officers and health care leaders from UW Medicine, Virginia Mason, Kaiser Permanente Washington, Seattle Children’s, Providence Swedish MultiCare Health System, Franciscan Health, and the Washington state Hospital Association is now recommending we should start […]
Navigating Senior Care- A Care Advisor Makes All the Difference
By Gabriella Loya B.A, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Partnering with a Senior Care Advisor: Your Trusted Guide in Navigating Senior Care When it’s time to explore senior care or housing options, it’s essential to have someone by your side who can advocate, support, and guide you. The world of senior care is filled with wonderful […]
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Winter Preparation for Seniors
By Kevin Mischke, Director of Family Services at Concierge Care Advisors Winter Preparation for Seniors: How to Keep Loved Ones Safe and Warm The old saying goes, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year”—but that’s only true if you’re prepared for winter. I learned this lesson the hard way today when the first snow […]
What’s Love Got to Do With It?
By Sally Maddox, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Defining how you want the future and your life may be easier when it’s just you. But life isn’t just for one. Inevitably, we are asked to make decisions for others that could impact our future. There are times in our lives when we are baffled about what […]
Humble Beginnings in a Third World Country
By Vannah Rose Roberto, Certified Concierge Care Advisor I have recently returned from a long overdue vacation back home where I am from. Many may or may not have heard of The Northern Mariana Islands or otherwise known as Saipan. During my trip back home, I reflected a lot on how different Saipan (and many […]