February

Being a retired first garde teacher, I am very informed about the monthly units in school curriculum,
Hallmark special days, and of course holidays. February is full of great things to think about.

 My students always loved Dental Health week. We always had a visit from a local dentist who br ought them new toothbrushes and floss. As adults over 55, we know that brushing our teeth and flossing is a great heart protector. Of course since this is National Heart month it is also a good time to check with your physician regarding your own heart health. How helpful to have Heart month in the same month as Valentine's Day!

So, take care of your heart - brush, floss, go to your dentist, have a heart checkup with your doctor oh, and also eat some dark chocolate. Research says it is good for the heart!

Happy February

Holidays

We can't believe that Thanksgiving and Christmas are so very close.  As you prepare for the holidays, we are just a phone call away from assisting you or someone you love.  We can shop, wrap, address, decorate, you name it we are there.  We also know during bad weather it is difficult for some of us to get out and we are available to do the things that would make their life safer and easier.  During the last few weeks we have met so many families who have so many commitments that there are just not enough hours in the day.   So, just give us a call and . . . 

Consider It Done!    913-205-8542 or 913-231- 4025

Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

I recently had lunch with some friends and the topic of conversation was what to do next since Mom and Dad aren't doing well on their own.  Speaking from personal experience, I talked to them about making visits to senior living options near their home or near the home of one of their siblings.

"How to Care for Aging Parents" is a great resource.  You need to make a list of questions before visiting  any senior living option.  And most important, go on your own before taking your parents.  There is no need for them to see the good and the bad.  It is overwhelming and also a good idea to take a friend - someone who is NOT in the family - to be an extra pair of eyes and ears.  You know your parents and keeping their lifestyle in mind, some locations will be better than others.  However, for your sake, try to keep the distance from your home at less than a 10 minute commute.

Once you find two or three places that fit your parents needs and finances, you can begin talking about what you have seen.  Luckily for us, there were already friends of our parents at the senior living facility that I would have chosen.  Once our parents knew that it worked for "friends", it was much easier to make the transition.
We are available to help if you need us.  Just call us and  . . .  
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I love looking at old photos and sharing them with MY children.  Our heritage is so very important to pass on.  The memories help us to understand the sacrifices of our parents and the many wonderful times we have enjoyed as a family.  As our parents age, and we are living longer, we can find ourselves as the parent of our parents.  This can be a very stressful time for families especially now when our children are losing jobs and we find ourselves in that sandwich time of our lives and not nearly enough time to go around. 

Both Sharon and I have met many people in this exact time of their life and it give us great joy to help them reclaim some of that time they have lost so life can be a bit more balanced.  We would love to meet with you and find ways we can make your life better and ease the stress. 

Guest Services

                                                                                      


If you have relatives or friends coming to the area and staying in a hotel, we would love to add personal touches to their room for you.  We offer fruit baskets, snacks, tourist information , whatever you think your guest would enjoy.  There is nothing like a welcoming basket to let your guest know you are wanting to make this occasion memorable.

Medical Information

                                                                          

One of the things we have learned is that in a time of stress or emergency, there can be many medical questions asked that you may or may not know the answer.  These forms will help you be prepared and should be filled out and kept up to date.  Then in an emergency, everything you need is there and will speed up the process of intervention for your family member.  These forms would be helpful for anyone in your family.  Please email me for the forms.

kathy.walterbiz@gmail.com

Caring For Aging Parents

There are many websites on this topic because it is of concern to so many people. These websites have excellent ideas about helping both you and your parents during this phase of your lives.  There are also many books that will help along the way.  "The Everything Guide to Caring for Aging Parents" by Kathy Quan is a great resource. We have been busy researching and thought you might enjoy some of these resources as well. 

www.aging-parents-elder-care.com

 www.ageinplace.org

 www.mayoclinic.com

 ww.agingparents.com

 www.agingparentsauthority.com

 ww.caps4caregivers.org

 www.careforagingparents.com

 www.transitionagingparents.com

 www.thematuremarket.com

 www.aginginplaceinitiative.org