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Assistive technology (AT) is defined as any item, piece of equipment, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. It can be almost no-tech items like canes, dressing sticks, effortless can openers, or low-tech, like rolling walkers, walk-in bathtubs, height-adjustable kitchen countertops for wheelchairs, automatic shut-off [...]
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There are many consumer advocacy groups both on a state and national level whose mission is to protect the rights and benefits of seniors or anyone who requires long-term care. They are: Health Information, Counseling, and Advocacy Program (HICAP): An independent resource established by the California Department of Aging that provides free counseling and advice [...]
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Whether you are a family member trying to choose the right home care company for your loved one, or you are a provider interviewing potential applicants, background checking is critical. Eldercare abuse comes in many forms: financial, emotional and physical. Being proactive about the selecting a home care provider can help you avoid worry, heartache [...]
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BRING THIS QUESTIONNAIRE TO YOUR NEXT ELDERCARE FACILITY TOUR How does the staff interact with the residents? Is there an overall climate of respect? Does the staff look content? Are they rushed or irritated? Do they address the residents by their names? Calling an elder “honey” or “sweetie” is not acceptable, unless that is the [...]
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Why is poor training such an important issue? Is there any evidence that effective training would improve quality of care for the residents? A recent study reported a 70% reduction in pressure ulcers when staff were properly trained and given incentives to perform better. (1,2) Other studies have shown a direct effect on resident care [...]
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The statistics do not bode well for those working in nursing homes. The direct care workers are usually the lowest paid workers in the healthcare industry.(1) The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates CNA salaries ranging from $7.78 to $12.80 per hour.(2) Unmarried minority women with at least one dependent child comprise a healthy cross-section [...]
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It makes sense to check out the décor before sending a loved one to a long term care (LTC) facility. Maybe even try the food in the cafeteria, check the comfort level provided in the beds, observe the cleanliness of the bathrooms, and determine whether the lighting is appropriate. Yet the most important aspect of [...]
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One of the more frequently asked questions I receive from families involves training of assisted living community staff. What are the training requirements? How to do communities train their staff? What tools are used? What expectations should families have regarding training? I’d like to introduce an addition to our group of contributing writers — a [...]
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