Avoiding Conflict with Aging Parents
One night I received a call from a daughter that was struggling to find care for her parents. She had been doing an excellent job scheduling their doctor appointments, managing their medications, shopping for groceries, preparing weekly meals, washing laundry, and maintaining their home. Now, she was burnt out.
My Life is a Junk Drawer
Marcy called my CarePatrol office about her husband Marvin. He had dementia, and she wanted to know about assisted living options “for when he gets really bad.” Marvin’s Alzheimer’s was affecting his short-term memory and ability to have meaningful conversations. Read More
When Home is a Vulnerable Place
By CarePatrol
CarePatrol is committed to helping families stay safe, whether it be at home... Read More
I've Got Dementia and These are my Family Rules
When Penny received her dementia diagnosis, she realized there may be a rough road ahead. The dementia journey can be challenging, and she immediately reached out to my CarePatrol office to put a plan in place for her future care needs. Penny had a unique self-awareness and ability to express herself. She was also aware of how others around her responded to her diagnosis. Our exchanges over the next few months were a fascinating insight into the early stages of dementia. Read More
“Caregiving Stinks”
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
When we exchange vows and state “in sickness and in... Read More
Searching For Senior Care May Affect Your Job Performance
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
Finding care for an aging parent is a noble... Read More
Mourning the Death of a Spouse
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
When a spouse dies, your world changes. After the... Read More
Isolation for Seniors May Trigger Rapid Declines in Health
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
Prior To COVID-19, David and his wife were managing the... Read More
Will Mom Be Safe in Assisted Living?
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
Assisted Living is a unique blend of health care and... Read More
Our Spirits Are Strong
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
Throughout the virus crisis, CarePatrol has had many... Read More
Are You Scared?
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
A daughter called our CarePatrol office in... Read More
In Times Of Trouble, Where You Run Is Where You Trust
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
I received a call from a distraught family whose mom was... Read More
Let's Be the Strength to Those Who Have Lost All Hope
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
We are all in this coronavirus crisis together -... Read More
You Are Not Putting Me In A Nursing Home!
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
The terms assisted living community and nursing home are... Read More
We Are A Team
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
In spite of what we see in the news reports, healthcare... Read More
Are the Days in Isolation Flying By?
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
Have you noticed that the passage of time appears to... Read More
Protect Our Seniors
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
During the coronavirus emergency, con artists like to... Read More
The Real Need in the Healthcare System
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
When my CarePatrol office first got a call from Sarah,... Read More
My Brain Is Falling Apart
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
When we bring families together to talk about next steps in... Read More
What Is The Leading Cause Of Injuries In Seniors?
By CarePatrol of Chicago Northshore
I received the call from Joe's daughter that he had... Read More