After attending the “Clare Humphrey (my mother) School of Parenting Your Parent,” I appreciated the need to assist families facing the challenges of aging ancestors. These are uncharted waters for most families and they are often fraught with anxiety and fear. My “lessons” taught me how a person’s mind and behavior is affected by dementia. Those lessons included coping mechanisms, patience, tolerance, and hope. I learned from her physician, lawyer, and professional caregivers. In the end, I was inspired to help others in similar situations.
Through an in-depth discovery process, and my knowledge of the local market, we discuss the options that have the best chance of success for the person of interest. Whether it is simply providing minimal assistance, or memory care, or harnessing behavioral outbursts, there is a solution.
We discuss the whole process, including:
- Having “The Talk”
- How to pay for care
- When to make the move
- Logistics
- Legal concerns
I reach out to likely options to verify pricing, determine availability, and schedule tours to likely adult care homes or senior communities. I meet you at each location to ensure that there are few surprises, negotiate terms, and act as your filter, as we move to the final choice.