People are living longer. But longer life spans often require skilled caregivers.
February 26, 2010
Came across an great interview about people living longer. Because of the longer life spans this requires skilled caregivers. Here is the link for the interview with with Eric C. Rackow and Judith West from .
Names of Different Kinds of Living Facilities for Elderly
February 8, 2010
Found this information from Tenet Health 5 Web Article Feb 2010 on the different kinds of living facilities for Elderly.
There are many types of out-of-home care options for the elderly, depending on the level of care required. These may include:
· Assisted living facility (ALF)
ALFs provide maximum independence for elderly persons who remain relatively active and healthy. Typically, a healthy spouse and an impaired spouse can live together in an ALF. Most ALFs feature apartment-style living, including individual kitchens, and many services for the elderly, such as 24-hour security, transportation, and recreational and social programs.
· Residential care facility (RCF)
RCFs are for those who are no longer able to live alone and independently, but do not require skilled nursing care. At an RCF, the elderly person can receive assistance with personal hygiene, grooming, and/or other activities of daily living, as well as bedside care for minor and temporary illnesses. Typically, RCFs offer rooms, not apartments, and provide some recreational and social services for the elderly.
· Skilled nursing facility (SNF)
SNFs are also known as nursing homes, convalescent centers, and rest homes. At SNFs, elderly patients receive continuous nursing services under the care of a registered nurse or licensed vocational nurse. SNFs can provide more extensive care services than assisted living or residential care facilities. Such services include intravenous feedings, blood pressure monitoring, medication injections, and care for patients on ventilators. SNFs often provide recreational, rehabilitative, and social programs for residents.
· Others
Special care centers are available for persons with particular medical conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. For patients displaying violent or disruptive behaviors or presenting a danger to themselves or others, special psychiatric facilities may be an option.
Professional Geriatric Care Management in the News
February 2, 2010
January was a big month for increasing awareness of geriatric care managers and NAPGCM, which was featured in these different national articles:
Good Housekeeping
How to Help Your Aging Parents Without Going Broke
U.S. News and World Report
Family Caregivers: Exhausted, Stressed—and Abusive?
4 ways caregivers can avoid actions they’re not proud of and enjoy caring for a person they love