by hcstraightup | Oct 22, 2019 | Caregiver, Dementia, General Aging, Parkinson's, Stroke
When Should I Consult Hospice? Typically when someone hears the term hospice they immediately have a negative, maybe even sad connection with the word. I can see why, the word is intermingled with death and dying and that can be a pretty scary thing. However...
by hcstraightup | Oct 22, 2019 | Caregiver, Dementia, General Aging, Parkinson's, Stroke
The everyday struggles of taking care of others can create enormous amounts of stress that can lead to physical, emotional and financial issues. If you find yourself becoming overly tired, irritable and just plain “over it”, then it’s time to seek...
by hcstraightup | Oct 22, 2019 | Caregiver, Dementia, General Aging, Parkinson's, Stroke
We have the Silent Generation, the Baby Boomers, Generation X and the Millennials all active in the process of making decisions for today’s healthcare needs and coverage. As a result, making decisions related to medical care and treatment can become very...
by hcstraightup | Oct 22, 2019 | Caregiver, Dementia, General Aging, Parkinson's, Stroke
We all want to keep our loved ones at home for as long as possible. We don’t dream of one day having to place them into a facility. But are there signs when you should be considering it? Are there times when it just isn’t possible anymore? Absolutely....
by hcstraightup | Oct 22, 2019 | Caregiver, Dementia, General Aging, Parkinson's, Stroke
Making the decision that your loved one needs to go to a facility is not easy and may not be for everyone. But if you’ve been considering a facility and aren’t sure if it is the right option check out this article first on determining if it is the right...
by hcstraightup | Oct 21, 2019 | Caregiver, Dementia, General Aging, Parkinson's, Stroke, Teletherapy
It’s hard enough to deal with the idea that you are having increased difficulty communicating, but now you have the added stress a finding a therapist who can provide you with the very best treatment to ensure your rehabilitation is effective and efficient and...
