Care For Life

SC Aging in Place Coalition 2012 Mission

careforlife — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:07:03 +0000

The SC Aging In Place Coalition is a non-profit organization advocating for people to prepare people to remain in their residence—independently, comfortably, and safely.

Click here to view, Definition, Vision, and Initiatives.

Care for Life presents program on Eldercare for Adult Children

careforlife — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:48:13 +0000

Newly certified in Geriatric Care Management, Kerri Moore, LMSW presents program on Eldercare for Adult Children.

this is an awesome Alzheimer’s story

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:50:41 +0000

Hallmark Heroes with Regis Philbin – Kathy Hatfield, an Alzheimer’s Caregiver. An awesome video and story.

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Personal Assistance at Home equals PREVENTION

careforlife — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 01:12:23 +0000

Directing the challenges of eldercare at home is difficult for patients who must comply with orders to recover. Suggest they call “Care For Life, Experts in Eldercare Since 1995″.

Assessments by our nurse or social worker
Trained and monitored caregivers for personal assistance, med reminders & transportation

Call 843-852-9090.

When is homecare and/or geriatric care management recommended?

careforlife — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:20:35 +0000

Locally owned and operated by medical professionals, Care For Life proudly offer exceptional home care and geriatric care management recommended by medical providers and our clients. Whether your needs are for just a few daily hours, or around-the-clock every day of the week, Care For Life is the first and only call you need to make.

What are times and occurrences when you might benefit from the services of a caregiver?

When you have recently had surgery and require daily living assistance
When you are transitioning home from the hospital or rehabilitation facility
When you have decided to remain in your own home rather than go into assisted living
If you need assistance with bathing, dressing, meal preparation or transportation
If you are injured and need to rebuild your confidence in living alone
If you or your loved one needs any kind of dementia care
If you need companionship to help you feel safe and secure at home
If you are a caregiver for a loved one and need a little break, Care For Life will provide respite care
Anytime you need someone to do those things you used to be able to do, but now need an extra helping hand
If you have an illness or chronic condition such as congestive heart failure or COPD

Care For Life was founded on the belief that incomparable service begins with a trusting relationship among the client, family, caregiver and company. We promise that you will feel that sense of trust from the minute you first meet our care manager and caregiver. It’s a homecare relationship you can trust.

We believe that every person is unique and deserves the utmost respect and a customized care plan that meets his or her needs. We look forward to serving you and your loved one.

Ever wonder just what a non-medical in-home caregiver will do for your loved one?

Sheryl — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:48:59 +0000

First and foremost, an attentive, trained caregiver might help prevent falls or medication errors simply by reminding seniors to use their walkers in the home or when it is the correct time for medications to be taken. Here is a list of services provided by Care For Life’s caregivers:

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What are signs of decline you should be watching for in your aging loved one?

Sheryl — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:46:44 +0000

There are telltale signs that might develop over time or have a startling onset.

1. Nutrition and Hydration problems
2. Personal Hygiene and Home Maintenance begins to slip
3. Medication errors are occurring and causing problems
4. Undiagnosed medical problems due to missing appointments with doctors
5. Home Safety is in peril due to clutter or poorly maintained home systems.

For more detailed information watch this:

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When can a geriatric care manager be of benefit?

Sheryl — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:45:31 +0000

Get a detailed list of the ways a geriatric care manager can help you resolve eldercare issues. A geriatric care manager is a medical professional who specializes in helping families resolve the issues associated with caring for an elderly person. Get tips here:

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Caregivers Achieving Work-Life Balance

Sheryl — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 16:43:52 +0000

There are ways to ease the burden of eldercare when you are a working adult child caring for a loved one. The first is to reach out to an expert in eldercare matters such as a geriatric care management and homecare agency. Planning and delegating tasks are two key ingredients to achieving work-life balance. Watch Achieving Work-Life balance to learn more:

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What does it mean to work with a Geriatric Care Manager?

Sheryl — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 16:42:47 +0000

A geriatric care manager is a medically trained professional who specializes in the issues that impact the elderly. There are four main components of Geriatric Care Management: Assessment, a written care plan, referrals to resources, and ongoing monitoring of homecare and client’s needs. Watch a brief introduction to the four key components of geriatric care management:

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