Communication is more than the ability to exchange words—it is the ability to connect with someone. This program will provide strategies on improving overall communication skills in connecting with memory-impaired individuals.
What is Geriatric Care Management? Geriatric Care Management, also known as Aging Life Care Professionals, is a profession which provides a holistic approach for elders and other dependent adults. Areas of focus are: caregiving and family, health and safety, values and well-being, advocacy, housing, legal, financial, local and national resources, and crisis intervention. What is …
National Health Care Decisions Day is April 16. However, anytime is a good time to create the document or update the document. Assigning an agent to speak for you when you cannot is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family. While I work with and for seniors, truly …
Alexandra Morris, a gerontologist and Geriatric Care Manager with 30 years’ experience helping families to cope with dementia and aging in many settings, offers practical advice for having productive conversations with people who suffer from dementia.
Alexandra Morris, gerontologist and Geriatric Care Manager, offers practical and compassionate strategies for coping with a common issue challenging Alzheimer’s caregivers: repetitive behavior.
Are you worried about how your aging parents are doing now that one or both of them have physical challenges or chronic illnesses? They say they are doing fine and that you shouldn’t worry. But you do worry. Come and learn techniques in overcoming resistance to accepting help. Session #4 – October 2, 2020 Dealing with …
Alexandra Morris, gerontologist and Geriatric Care Manager, talks about how connecting with your loved one’s emotional truths, sometimes over the facts, can be a kind and compassionate way of managing daily life challenges. Choosing Kindness