I gave Mom a foot massage with a special mint foot lotion today.
She beamed a big smile!
I manage the care of my invalid parents from long distance. They live in Chicago in the house they bought in 1958 and I live in Miami. I have made all caregiver decisions and travel to Chicago monthly for more than four years! Perhaps reading about my journey can help you. see my video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdXoyf2ByPU
Saturday, October 20, 2007
Today I will interview another replacement caregiver.
A current caregiver recemmended a women to provide relief for our night time caregiver. She is one of her Mom's tenants.
Here is my interview agenda.
Here is my interview agenda.
- Have her complete job application (see NewCaregiverHelp.com for sample employment application)
- Describe the job duties
- Interview candidate
- Share Scott Family Caregiver Team Principles
- Discuss night time schedule
- Introduce candidate to Mom and Dad
- Give candidate a tour
- Discuss on-the-job-training schedule
Wish me luck. Our night time caregiver needs help!
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Hospice Drops My Mom
Miracle of all miracles!
My Mom, who was diagnosed as hospice ready in February 2005, is being dropped from hospice after 4 months of service.
She continues to beat the odds.
Although I wil miss the extra layer of support for her, I am glad she continues to improve.
I must now explore how to provide continuity of care for her. I will sign the release papers in Chicago tomorrow.
Dad, on the other hand, will continue to receive hospice service!
My Mom, who was diagnosed as hospice ready in February 2005, is being dropped from hospice after 4 months of service.
She continues to beat the odds.
Although I wil miss the extra layer of support for her, I am glad she continues to improve.
I must now explore how to provide continuity of care for her. I will sign the release papers in Chicago tomorrow.
Dad, on the other hand, will continue to receive hospice service!