Dawnita Kennedy’s Post

So very true. Engaging with #Hospice and #endoflife care is already difficult. I have a colleague who has been using #hospice for almost 2 years. Thankfully, she had a good group, but replacements are always difficult for the #caregiver and #patient when people leave. Here are some essential questions to ask when you are picking a hospice group (including inpatient): 1. What are the group's annual turnover rate and attrition? 2. Is the staff local or traveling? What is the staff makeup? traveling vs locals 3. How will change be communicated, and by whom? 4. How many patients does the average hospice nurse see? (ratios). 5. How are late nights, after-hours, and holidays handled? 6. Do the nurses assigned have a #specially? Meaning do they usually treat #cancer patients or #neurodegenerative diseases like #dementia and #Parkinsons or #CHF? While beggars can't be choosers, it's helpful if there is a #specialty in their end-of-life experience to align with the patient #diagnosis, as the management can be very different. Thank you, Barbara, for sharing this important message. #findyourwhy #patientadvocate ##endoflife #hospice #palliativecare

Working caregiver: You have the day off today or suddenly find that you miraculously have a free schedule, use it wisely. Caregiving has its phases. If you are in the season where your loved one intentionally commands your time, they know you’re off so they’ve filled your day with tasks to do or You’ve planned this day to catch up on all the caregiving things you could not possibly do or reasonably do as one human, reconsider. Maybe do that one small thing if you must, but plan it around an activity you schedule for yourself. I’m sure you can think of something you just said a few days ago that you wish you had time to do. Caregiving comes in phases. The day may come when you don’t always have the freedom to make choices to get away and do things. As a caregiver, you have to think about your needs, you have to. #caregiver #caregiving #CaregiverSupport #groupcoaching #agingparents #stroke #parkinsons #aginginplace #dementiacare #family #familycaregiver

Do you have a plan for Aging in Place? What roles do you see in your family should you need some personal assistance for care? Will your family provide care or coordinate care? What provisions are in place to fund a sudden expense for home healthcare, assistance that can range from a minimum of $5,000 up to $10,000 a month or more? Learn how to prepare your family with Your Family's Essential Resource Workbook. https://lnkd.in/gMqxNqX4 #RetirementPlanning #NursingHome #LongTermCare #AgingParents #LongTermCareInsurance #Caregiving #Caregiver

6 Tips To Care For A Paralyzed Elder! The care to be given varies according to the nature of paralysis; partially paralysis or complete paralysis and the cause like whether it is due to an accident or illness. It is best that you educate yourself on the needs of the elder and how to make life easier by having a talk with patient's doctors and therapists. For More info: https://lnkd.in/gAsN23RN #ElderCare #SeniorCare #AgingInPlace #Caregiving #ElderlyHealth #sulekha #paralyzed

24) Families should be isolated from a dying patient. Hospice care recognizes the vital role that family plays during one of life’s most challenging times. Families are encouraged to be actively involved in their loved one’s care, focusing on spending meaningful, quality time together. The core goal of hospice, beyond providing comprehensive medical care, is to help families shift from the role of caregivers back to simply being family—creating precious moments in the time they have left. What benefit would there be to isolate the patient from their loved ones during such a vulnerable time? Hospice seeks to ensure families can be together, offering support while prioritizing emotional connection and shared experiences. #HospiceCare #FamilySupport #EndOfLifeCare #QualityTime #Caregiving #HealthCare

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞 Disputes among siblings are very common when it comes to providing care for an elderly parent. The good news is that there are ways to handle this situation without tearing the family apart. Disagreeing about the care of an elderly parent is not uncommon, but when the siblings have the parent’s best interest in mind, a plan can be made. The help of a senior care representative can be very instrumental in bringing everyone together for the good of your parent. #inhomecare #seniorcare #eldercare #caregiving https://lnkd.in/gS9RGe8

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞 Disputes among siblings are very common when it comes to providing care for an elderly parent. The good news is that there are ways to handle this situation without tearing the family apart. Disagreeing about the care of an elderly parent is not uncommon, but when the siblings have the parent’s best interest in mind, a plan can be made. The help of a senior care representative can be very instrumental in bringing everyone together for the good of your parent. #inhomecare #seniorcare #eldercare #caregiving https://lnkd.in/eBeQwPeR

Attention! If you have seniors in your life, you absolutely must know this information. A stroke can be a life-threatening situation, and lack of awareness can only make it worse. It is crucial to be alert and recognize the symptoms, as any delay in seeking help could result in long-term paralysis or even death. Don't take any chances when it comes to your health or that of your loved ones - act fast and know the symptoms. #colonialhomecareservices #inhomecaregiver #inhomecare #seniorcare #homecareservices #homecare #caregiving

With our senior population rapidly growing, many of our friends and family will soon begin looking for long-term care (LTC) options within their community. For seniors looking for a new place to call home, adult family homes and assisted living communities present two different living setups, each with its own set of benefits and drawbacks. Check out the post below for a broad overview of the differences between assisted living and adult family homes. Have more questions? Leave them in the comments below! 👇 #assistedliving #adultfamilyhome #seniorliving #seniorcare #caregiving #caregivingsupport #eldercare #nursinghome

Life gets busy and we tend to run out of time each day. As we age, so do our loved ones and they may require extra assistance. When your hours are already running thin, how do you provide that extra help they need? Timesavers Caregiving & Concierge's program Grace at Home is the answer. Our program is offering a menu of amenities & small touches of care coordination services. This could be as simple as having a Caregiver to help with daily meals or bathing. Sometimes it is medicine reminders and assisting with getting ready for the day or night. Regardless of the "extra" help you need - the Timesavers team can provide the time so your loved one can continue to age with Grace in their own home. How can we assist you? Contact our team. https://lnkd.in/g3Ycd-d5 #timesaverscaregivingandconceirge #caregiving #graceathome #agewithgrace