When Nighttime is Daytime
There is a remarkable program for people with dementia recently featured today in the New York Times. It offers a night program at the Hebrew Home at Riverdale. People with dementia often become active–and stressed– as day turns to evening. Participants in this program come at the end of the day and have a program of activities designed to help calm then and allow them to safely do activities–and give their families the opportunity to sleep through the night, knowing their family member is well and safely cared for. Follow this link to read about this remarkable program: All-Night Care for Dementia’s Restless Minds
What to Look For in a Private Healthcare Advocate
Are you Considering Hiring a Private Healthcare Advocate? Here are some guidelines to help you with your selection:
1. Consider the services you most need help with. Are you going into the hospital? Are you considering a second opinion? Do you need help finding community resources? Are there insurance issues? Pick the professional with the training to help you with your particular needs.
2. If you need help with medical decision-making, choose medical professionals with degrees in social work, nursing, health education or related fields.
3. Choose someone with experience in both in-patient and out-patient settings.