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Death by Hospital
As a professional geriatric care manager, client death is an occupational hazard. I try to maintain a level of professional “distance” from my clients in order to see the situation objectively. Occasionally there is a client who becomes especially dear to me in spite of my good intentions. One such client recently died. In this particular case, my client had no nearby family. I was her frequent companion, her friend, a surrogate family member when one was needed for...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Going Home from the Hospital: Part 1 of 2
Are you or a loved one returning home from the hospital? Get easy tips for how to conserve energy and in-depth explanations of assistive devices that can help you. This video is part of an innovative series that we are proud to re-introduce and was created by a leader in the field of supportive homecare, Dr. Ernest Rosenbaum. Going home from the hospital is an emotional experience. The warmth and convenience of home are certainly more inviting than the...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Going Home from the Hospital: Part 2 of 2
You are about to go home. You may be scared, but eager to leave the hospital to go home with your family, sleep in your own bed, eat home-cooked food, and resume your routine. Your family is happy that you are coming home, but they also worry whether they can provide proper care for you. Professional homecare agencies and homemakers can help greatly and are often essential, but in most instances the primary caregiver in the home is a family...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Hospital Suitcase
The transition of going from a senior care facility or the home to a hospital doesn’t need to be stressful. Download Gilbert Guide’s Hospital Suitcase for a list of all the items to pack for a hospital stay. The file is in a pdf format. You will need to download Adobe Acrobat Reader® if you do not have it installed on your computer. (Don’t worry; it’s free, safe and simple to use.)...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Handling Hospitalization: The Ins and Outs of Advocating for Your Loved One
Being hospitalized is scary. If it happens to your loved one, minimize confusion by being as prepared as possible. This article will teach you how to become an effective advocate for your loved one while he or she is hospitalized. You're likely to have questions, such as: Who is your main point of contact at the hospital, and what can you ask of this person? How do you make sure your loved one receives the highest level of care?...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
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