by Heather Frenette | Mar 7, 2022 | Aging, Driving, East Valley Phoenix, Family Caregiver, Nurse Care Manager, Older Adult
Most people remember learning to drive and the feeling of independence it gave them. This is much of the reason it is so hard for an older adult to give up driving. When addressing the issues of driving with a parent, it is important to understand why driving is...
by Heather Frenette | Feb 2, 2022 | Aging, Caregiver, East Valley Phoenix, Family Caregiver, Gilbert, Nurse Care Manager, Older Adult, Vulnerable
In senior care, there is a world of options available for those who seek out services for themselves or a loved one. From national corporations to sole proprietors, there is someone, somewhere, offering a product to enhance the life of an elderly person. What isn’t...
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 | Dec 2, 2021 | Aging, Caregiver, Dementia, East Valley Phoenix, Holidays
A person with memory loss needs structure, routine and a calm environment. These things are sometimes absent during the holidays. If you have a loved one with memory loss, there are ways to make the holidays enjoyable for everyone. Experts at the University of...
by Heather Frenette | Apr 6, 2021 | Aging, Caregiver, East Valley Phoenix, Family Caregiver, Nurse Care Manager, Older Adult
Finally… your loved one is safely living in a care setting you carefully selected. You are comfortable that all of your loved one’s needs are being met, which is quite a relief for the entire family. Unfortunately, your work is not over! Staff and management changes...
by Heather Frenette | Feb 15, 2021 | Aging, Caregiver, Dementia, East Valley Phoenix, Nurse Care Manager, Older Adult
Mom can’t remember where her keys are. Dad got lost driving to the grocery store. Children often hear these comments about their parents or grandparents and wonder, is it normal aging or dementia? As we age, it is common to have what many refer to as “Senior Moments”....
