Seniors often go through five stages when facing challenges in areas they could previously handle on their own: independence, interdependence, dependency, crisis management, and end of life. Independent and self-sufficient…
Everyone has experienced the frustration of losing or forgetting where they put their keys. A “senior moment” is something that happens to everyone. Yet for some people as they become…
Any hospitalization outcome other than going home is very upsetting for the elderly patient. It's filled with nervousness and dread. Studies show that the main risk for seniors and their…
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…
I am Patty Hanson, IKOR of Western Pennsylvania's managing director and co-owner. I am also a qualified professional counselor and an aging life care expert. The solutions for dignity programs…