Posts Tagged: Elder Care
October 9, 2020
Be a Noticer. Questions to ask Assisted Living Providers, and What to Note. Part 4 of 5
By David Hahklotubbe, gerontologist Huzzah! You must not be suffering from information overload. That’s great. Make sure you pay close attention to this edition which is chocked full of the dark side of the reputation management of the long-term care industry, from a seasoned insider. Ok, now that we have covered some of the fundamentals of what the community offers, how they manage their team and a bit of philosophical approach, let’s dig deeper into[…]
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May 17, 2020
“You’re Not Putting ME in a Home” 4/4
By David Hahklotubbe, gerontologist Welcome back to the 4th and final installment of my guide to managing opposition of a loved one needing out of home care. I’m glad you’ve stuck it out, that’s a positive indicator that you are performing due diligence, the cornerstone of success in this journey. As a bit of a recap, to tie everything together. We have discussed the fact that Americans are terrible at being proactive about later-life planning. […]
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April 26, 2020
Let Us Be Your Guide On Your Senior Care Journey
By David Hahklotubbe, gerontologist Guilt, Denial, Loss, Grief, Self-doubt, Shame, Disappointment, Confusion, Projection, Cognitive Dissonance, Paranoia, Anger……. FEAR. These are common “companions” for those seeking care for their elderly loved ones. And, unfortunately, because the average American shies away from being proactive about addressing the mortality of their beloved parent or spouse, these “companions” are only amplified in intensity when decisions are being made while facing crisis. Because most begin their search only after a[…]
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