by Heather Frenette | Jun 13, 2022 | Alzheimer's, Behavioral Changes, Cognitive Changes, Dementia, Healthcare Decisions, Older Adult, Sundown Syndrome, Sundowning
Sundown Syndrome is not a disease but a behavior. The behaviors occur in the later afternoon or early evening, hence the name. Sundown Syndrome can continue into the night, making it hard for the person to sleep. Research indicates that as many as 20% of people with...
by Heather Frenette | May 5, 2022 | Aging, Aging Challenges, Aging Grandparent, Aging Parent, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Family, Holidays, Holidays with Alzheimer's, Memory Loss, Mother's Day, Older Adult
Mother’s Day will be here soon and many families will take time out from their busy schedule to spend time with their loved ones, mothers and grandmothers in particular. While Mother’s Day is a day to honor and remember our mothers and grandmothers, for...
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 | 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...
