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As people age, many prefer the comfort and familiarity of staying in their own homes—this is known as aging in place. It’s especially common among seniors nearing or in retirement,…
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As people get older, many prefer to stay in their own homes—a concept known as aging in place, especially popular among seniors nearing or in retirement. It simply means continuing…
It's crucial to emphasize the importance of preparing your estate documents, even though it may seem like unexpected advice from someone specializing in care. When collaborating with your estate planning…
Discussing the significance of purpose is a frequent topic of conversation within our team at IKOR. As advocates for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and children with special needs, we often…
When encountering challenges that were once easily managed independently, seniors commonly progress through five distinct stages: independence, interdependence, dependency, crisis management, and end of life. Initially, seniors enjoy autonomy and…
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Hospitalization can be very distressing for elderly patients. When they can't return home, it can create feelings of unease and worry. Research shows that the first 30 days after discharge…
Navigating the hospital discharge process can be challenging, but it's crucial to prioritize the dignity of older adults for optimal long-term outcomes. When you or a loved one are in…
My name is Patty Hanson, and I am the managing director and co-owner of IKOR of Western Pennsylvania. In addition to my role at IKOR, I am also an experienced…
Navigating the complex systems of care for aging individuals or those with disabilities can be overwhelming and time-consuming. As a trustee, financial or wealth consultant, or expert in estate planning…
Navigating life's toughest challenges can feel overwhelming. That's why our team is here to offer assistance to those who need it most: the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and families of…
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As individuals age, they often express a desire to remain in their own homes. This phenomenon is known as aging in place and is a popular choice among seniors who…
You must prepare your estate documents, despite the fact that it may seem odd coming from a specialist in care. You should always plan from a care perspective when working…
The importance of purpose is a topic I frequently discuss with our team members. As advocates for the elderly, people with disabilities, and children with special needs, we regularly encounter…
When faced with issues that they could previously handle on their own, seniors frequently go through five stages: independence, interdependence, dependency, crisis management, and end of life. Independent and self-sufficient…
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In this article, we discuss what to expect throughout the hospital discharge process and underline the importance of retaining elders' dignity as a means of truly providing the best long-term…
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In this article, we discuss what to expect throughout the hospital discharge process and underline the importance of retaining elders' dignity as a means of truly providing the best long-term…
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When seniors have difficulties in areas they could previously handle on their own, they tend to go through five stages: independence, interdependence, dependency, crisis management, and end of life. Seniors…
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In order to genuinely provide the finest long-term results, we highlight an essential aspect of maintaining seniors' dignity in this article, as well as what to anticipate throughout the hospital…
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My name is Patty Hanson, I'm an aging life care professional, a licensed professional counselor, managing director and co-owner of IKOR of Western Pennsylvania. I've also created a brand of…
One of the things that I talk to our team members about quite regularly is the importance of purpose. In our role as advocates for seniors, adults with disabilities and…
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