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12/06/2023

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06/04/2020

09/23/2019

If the answer to any question is “no,” it may no longer be possible for your parent to be left alone, even for a short period of time.
Checklist on being home alone

Here are some questions that can guide you in making your decision.

Do they understand how to leave the home if necessary? Do they know where the door is located and how to exit the building?

Will they stay home or near the house rather than wander off?

If they go outside, do they know where they live and how to get back inside?

Can they identify signals, such as smoke from the kitchen or fire alarms, that would alert them to potential dangers?

Do they know how to access emergency services? Do they know how and when to dial 911? Would they be able to communicate over the phone? Can they physically get to a phone no matter where they are?

Do they have difficulty walking? Have they fallen — not counting a trip or stumble — once or more in the past year?

Do they have frequent life-threatening medical emergencies that require immediate intervention? Do they know where any medication they might need is located? Can they reach it? Do they have the capacity to select the right medicines in the correct amounts?

Do they have the judgment to identify who they should and should not let into the home? Will they know to allow family, friends and emergency personnel into the home?

Can they prepare something to eat if they get hungry? Do they know how to use the stove, and will they remember to turn it off?

Can they get to the bathroom and use the toilet on their own? If not, have alternatives been worked out?

Are they afraid to be alone for an hour or more? Do they become clingy when you leave and make frequent telephone calls when they are alone?

If you decide that it is still safe to leave your parent at home alone, you should regularly reassess the situation. Caregiving is a dynamic process — you need to be aware of any and all changes in your parent’s condition and abilities. Even if you think they can be left home by themselves, pay attention to their desires; if they fear being alone, it could be a sign that at some level they know they are not capable of coping with any emergencies that might arise.
If you decide that it is no longer safe to leave your parent at home alone, you might first want to consider some form of respite care. That is, someone else could temporarily look after your loved one while you take a needed break. Please give us a call 904)480-8164
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09/02/2019

Here is a list of places to take shelter before Hurricane Dorian reaches the First Coast.

08/29/2019

As you know it's hurricane season specially this weekend, do you have a plan for your parents? Do they have enough food to eat and water to drink? What if the power go out for sometimes? What if your Caregiver can't make it to their house? Who's going to take Care of them ? What if they have to evaluate? Have you considered an over night person just in case? What if .......
I hope you already have a plan. If you need any advice please give us a call (904)480-8164. "It's better to be safe than sorry "

08/17/2019

07/06/2019

When the child becomes the parent?
Tips on Being a Caregiver to Your Parent

If being a parent is the hardest job in the world, then being a caregiver to your parent is possibly the second hardest. With this role comes many legal, financial, health and familial responsibilities. To guide you through the experience, we have some advice on taking care of your elderly parent:

1. Respect your parent's experience and knowledge.

2. Let your parent continue pursuing areas of interest.

3. Allow your parent to participate.

4. Seek out independence aids.

5. Make sure your parents' living area is safe and accessible.

6. Abide by your commitments.

7. Visit often.

8. Be a health care advocate for your mom or dad.

9. Know where your parent stands financially and legally.

If you find yourself as your mom or dad's caregiver, it's OK to grieve the loss of your old parent-child relationship. The important thing is that you're now there for your parent, honoring the sacrifices they once made for you.

05/04/2019

“May the joy that you have spread in the past come back to you on this day. Wishing you a very happy birthday!”