“I am making decisions about my mom’s needs and I’m looking to hire either a homecare company or a Geriatric Care Manager (now Aging Life Care Manager) – which should I hire?” – Bill from Gainesville

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Thank you so much for your question. The answer to this is simple – you may very well need both. In making your decision, it is most important to clarify […]

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“I’ve feel like a constant caregiver! I’ve been the caregiver for my mom who just died, my kids, my spouse, and now dad. I’m so tired of caring for others. Do you ever just get tired of caring for people?” – Ramona from Decatur

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Thank you so much for your honest sharing and for your question. To answer your question, YES we do get tired! We are human – and although are caregivers by […]

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“My uncle recently had a “brain bleed” they are attributing to a long history of uncontrolled blood pressure. When I went to see him, I was shocked to see how much he had declined with his memory. Is there hope for him to regain his prior abilities?” – Seth from Acworth

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Thank you so much for reaching out and I am so sorry to hear of the recent concerns with your uncle. With any type of traumatic brain injury – there […]

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“I do not know how to handle all the free “advice” I am receiving from everyone about how I should provide care for my mom. It is coming from those who know our situation and others who are barely acquaintances. Before I scream at the next person who tries – please help!” – Mary from Cumming

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Thank you so much for reaching out. In most families, there are only a select few that provide the majority of “hands-on” care to an aging loved one. However, those […]

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“I think I am going to hire a private caregiver for my dad through my church. Is that a good idea?” – Danny from Cartersville

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Thank you for your question! Many people need to hire an in-home caregiver for their loved one. This might be for a few hours a day to 24 hours a […]

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“I keep hearing the word “Palliative”. What is this exactly and might it be helpful for mom?” – Joanne from Duluth

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Thank you for your question! Palliative Care (pronounced pal-lee-uh-tiv) is a new “buzz” word in the healthcare community – but, has been an available type of medical care for those […]

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“I love to celebrate the holidays with my family – but, every year I find myself incredibly sad over my mom’s death and absence. It’s been years since I’ve lost her – however, it still hurts. Do you have any recommendations on how to get over this?” – Mary from Buckhead

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Thank you for your question and our sympathies to your loss. We are also very sorry for the pain you are experiencing – however, we agree with Dr. Alan Wolfelt […]

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“My mom has moved in with us about a year ago and I feel like I’m out of control of my mind and body – my daily tasks are harder to focus on, I’ve gained weight, and I’m grouchy all of the time! The only major change that can identify is that my sleep has been greatly interrupted because I have been so worried having her here. Could this do it? Sandra from Marietta, GA

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Thank you so much for your question! The brief answer is, yes! Lack of sleep in small doses can cause increased difficulties in completing tasks, concentration, unsafe actions, and poor […]

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I’ve always felt mom and I have been very organized with her medications – however, with a recent fractured hip, surgery, hospitalization, and rehab stay – we are ALL confused about her medications! Does she still take the medications she was taking before the fracture AND the new medications? Please help!”

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SCO Blog October 2014 “I’ve always felt mom and I have been very organized with her medications – however, with a recent fractured hip, surgery, hospitalization, and rehab stay – […]

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“My uncle takes a fistful of medications every day. I don’t think he even knows what he takes, why he takes it, or if it is even effective. Help!” – Belinda from Stockbridge, GA

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Unfortunately, your statement is not unique for many families that contact our company. Polypharmacy is defined as “the simultaneous use of multiple drugs by a single patient, for one or […]

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