We hope this series of blog posts can help family caregivers and advocates make better-informed choices for their loved ones. The health care system is complex and ever-changing. It is hard enough to make difficult decisions on behalf of yourself, but when you...
Mr. W lived in the community with his beloved wife until she died due to COVID complications. Following her death, Mr. W lost the ability to care for his personal needs, his home, and his finances. Unfortunately, his neighbors had to call 911 and Mr. W was admitted to...
It is the most wonderful time of the year! It is also known to be one of the most stress-filled. The holiday season can be overwhelming for many individuals as they manage personal responsibilities combined with the physical and/or cognitive health care needs of a...
Planning ahead for a health care crisis is an essential step toward being certain you will have someone looking out for your best interests if/when you are temporarily or permanently unable to do so yourself. This plan usually includes a health care representative...
Many individuals name their family members as their agent under a power of attorney simply as the default option. However, the agent almost always has a life of their own and serving as a power of attorney can be overwhelming and difficult. Read how one daughter and...
When facing a serious health issue, it is not unusual to suddenly realize how important having a plan in place can be. Life can go from great to very scary in an instant. Having some control over the future can be calming and reassuring. Who will advocate for me?...
Over the next 20 years, rapid change will occur with the information revolution and the e-patient movement. The availability of data combined with self-advocacy is causing health care to evolve into a co-diagnosis and co-care model of service. Now more than ever,...
There is nothing like the warm feeling of being in close connection with loved ones. This is especially true during difficult times. There is no doubt COVID has given us new perspective on the value of togetherness. How do we find comfort in the chaos when...
Long-term facility care is difficult to manage even without COVID in the mix. Indiana has no minimum staffing laws, state standards are not set at a high bar, there are unforeseen differences among buildings though all are licensed the same way and many...
Navigating best options in the health care arena can be overwhelming. Deciding next steps for self or a loved one can also be isolating and confusing. A worsening dementia, an increasing physical decline, the navigation of...
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