by Heather Frenette | Sep 15, 2022 | Advance Planning, Aging, Aging Challenges, Assisted Living, Behavioral Changes, Cognitive Changes, Dementia, East Valley Phoenix, Emergency Situation, Family Caregiver, Health and Wellness, Healthcare Decisions, Medical Power of Attorney, Memory Loss, Proactive Decision Making
As one ages, many needs change. By the time an adult reaches retirement age, their needs and desires are usually quite different than in the earlier stages of life. Most people look forward to their retirement years. For some, it is a time to pursue opportunities in...
by Heather Frenette | Apr 26, 2022 | Advance Planning, Aging, Caregiver, Emergency Situation, Healthcare Decisions, Medical Emergency, Medical Power of Attorney, Nurse Care Manager, Proactive Decision Making
Mrs. Jones is an elderly woman who lives alone in her home. One day she walks out to get the mail, falls and is unable to get back up. Her neighbor calls 911 and the paramedics transport her to the hospital. The hospital treats her bumps and bruises and determines...
by Heather Frenette | Jan 2, 2022 | Advance Planning, Aging, Caregiver, Dementia, East Valley Phoenix, Family Caregiver, Older Adult
Many people do all the right things to prepare for their possible incapacity. They create a Trust, nominate Medical and Durable Powers of Attorney, draft a Will and create a Living Will. They may even discuss their wishes with the person(s) nominated in these...
by Heather Frenette | Nov 2, 2021 | Advance Planning, Dementia, East Valley Phoenix, Facility Care, Family Caregiver, Nurse Care Manager, Older Adult
The following questions are points to consider when selecting a care facility. The questions are adapted from handouts provided by the Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter and the Office of Assisted Living Licensure. This list is not meant to be all...
