Winter is almost behind us and spring is right around the corner. I don’t know about you, but that always makes me want to start some “spring cleaning.” It seems like there are always projects to do, things that needs to be done.
In fact, when we are helping to care for others it can feel like there are so many things that need to be done. There are projects and tasks to complete and at all the same time, even things to do that we don’t even know need doing. Can you relate?
Often times, getting an answer to even just one question, can help to “make our day,” and even reduce some of the stress we feel. Here are some questions you might have and tools for how you can “spring into action” to find the answer to one or possibly more of your concerns.
* My Mother has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Where can I find support and encouragement? Check out https://www.seniorcareorganizer.com/content/links/ . There are several great books written by authors who have dealt with family members with Alzheimer’s.
* I need to find some local senior care support in my County. This link allows you to put in the zip code to find local resources. http://eldercare.gov/Eldercare.NET/Public/Index.aspx
* My Father lives alone. I keep thinking if he fell, no one would know it. I’ve heard of the emergency pendants, but which one is the right one? Reviews.com has done quite a large review of medical alert systems. http://www.reviews.com/medical-alert-systems/
* My brothers and I have different ideas about whether Mom and Dad can stay in their own home now that they both have medical needs. Is there anyone who can give us some advice? Contact a Geriatric Care Manager. http://www.aginglifecare.org/
* My Mother is 80 years old, in good health, but doesn’t have anyone close by to help her move. Where can I find help? Contact a local Move Manager. http://nasmm.org/
* My Dad was a Veteran. Is help available for long term care for him and Mom? Here are a couple of national groups that can help. http://www.veteranaid.org/ http://www.veteranscarecoordination.com/
* I need to handle my parents’ Social Security. Do I need authorization? How does this work? Become a Representative Payee. https://www.ssa.gov/payee/faqrep.htm
* My Father is definitely having problems with driving. Maybe it’s time for him to give up his license? Check out this Link: http://keepingussafe.org/
* I really should get more organized as it relates to senior care issues. Is there a resource for this? There absolutely is. It comes both as a downloadable interactive PDF and the Notebook version. http://www.seniorcareorganizer.com/.
By Claudia Rumwell, Senior Care Organizer
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