Caregiving Insights

The ECN Education committee is sponsoring a new educational series called Caregiving Insights. It will feature the contributions from care provider experts from the ECN community. The aim is to provide family caregivers valuable information gleaned from the practices of these caregiving professionals.

Five Wishes by Gene Hodge — last modified 2009-04-07 11:36 AM

There's one simple step you can take that will benefit your loved ones when they need it most. It's a decision fill out a document -- the Five Wishes.

When Is It Time To Move? by Gene Hodge — last modified 2009-04-07 11:37 AM

There are definite signs that families and caretakers can look for to determine if it might be time for a move… or at least to assess if additional help to the current living situation may be necessary. Below is a list of some potential areas to review as signs indicating at time to consider moving.

Moving? What do I do with all this stuff? by Gene Hodge — last modified 2009-05-06 12:08 PM

Moving is stressful at any age, but when you're a senior it can be paralyzing. The decision to move is the first step. What comes next? The most overwhelming part of the move process is deciding what to do with the 'things' you've accumulated over your lifetime. How can you whittle down your possessions?

Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s….Is there a Difference? by Gene Hodge — last modified 2009-04-07 11:37 AM

Dementia is a term that is frequently used to describe memory loss. There is a misconception among many people that dementia is a normal part of aging.

“You’re Being Discharged Tomorrow … ” by Gene Hodge — last modified 2009-05-06 12:46 PM

Did you know that people who are well enough to be discharged from the hospital may have ongoing care needs and/or may not be well enough to safely function on their own?