Cone of Silence :)
Containment. Have we really thought about this word? It describes the degree to which our difficult conversations and knowledge about our ‘patient’ remains inside the group. Within the care group…
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Patiently and Impatiently
We are progressing patiently and impatiently! Patiently, because we know diligent work and attention to detail brings about excellent outcomes. Impatiently, because we just can’t wait to launch and watch…
Getting Records
Last week I went to our local Emergency Dept at the hospital to see if my persistent cough and fatigue could possibly be pneumonia. Thankfully it was determined that it…
So many kinds of carers!
What kind of carer are you? Do you have multiple clients and their supportive families? How do you organize it all? Want to help the families organize themselves? We are…
Being organized!
When tossed into the role of caregiver it may be at the very start of things. Coordinate appointments, find out which home care agency provides the services you think you’ll…
Advance Care Plan. It is what it says.
The BC Government website says: “When you write down your wishes and instructions for future health care, you are making an Advance Care Plan. An Advance Care Plan is a…
Podcast Support
Here in British Columbia, Canada, where Simplify Caring is based there is an excellent support organization called Family Caregivers of British Columbia. You’ll find heaps of resources and a very…
Program aims to keep seniors out of nursing homes
What is PACE? The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE®) is a comprehensive, fully integrated, provider based health plan for the frailest and costliest members of our society…