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Title 19 – Home Care/Personal Care
If you have straight title 19 (Badger Care insurance), and need home care assistance, we can assess you or your family for home care assistance. We also hire family as long as they have at least 6 months of experience … Continue reading
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Upcoming Events in Wauwatosa
Health & Wellness Series Three Part Series When: Thursday, March 8th, 15th & 22nd Time: 2-3pm Where: Wauwatosa Library, 7635 West North Avenue Cost: ABSOLUTLY FREE!!! This is an educational event open to all those in the community. Part One … Continue reading
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When to Let Mom or Dad Know it is Time to Stop Driving?
We address this topic quite frequently with families. It is a difficult decision to make for another person. We suggest the following tips to help as a guideline to take the keys: – when they forget where local places are, … Continue reading
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OCD – Working Through the Mental Process
OCD stands for obsessive-compulsive disorder and is defined as an anxiety that provokes urges and thoughts. Caregivers caring for the elderly will often note that they are dealing with individuals who are very anxious and particular about minor issues. Part … Continue reading
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Grieving the Loss of a Parent
A first good step in losing a loved one, even a parent is to acknowledge the importance and power of this event. The death of a parent shakes the very foundation of our lives. It is natural, though often uncomfortable, … Continue reading
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Prevention of Skin Breakdowns!!!
Prevention Education of at-risk patients and their families is the most productive way to prevent pressure ulcers. Steps toward prevention include: Identifying individuals at high risk for pressure ulcers. Ensuring that immobile patients change their position at least every two … Continue reading
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Understanding Dementia – Treatment & Care
Research into the prevention and treatment of dementia is advancing. Current studies are investigating vaccines, genetic interventions, and medications to stave off dementia. Their scientific discoveries bring hope to thousands of families dealing with Dementia around the nation. To learn … Continue reading
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A Helpful Note on How to Improve Life when You are Experiencing Incontinence
Incontinence might be one of the most difficult issues you will face when caring for an aging parent or loved one. Being understandable and acceptable of the situation will make the loved one that is encountering the issue feel more … Continue reading
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