Category Archives: Communication

Communication by and with older adults

Aging In Place

Posted on April 10, 2012 by

The catch phrase we hear in aging is “Age in Place.” And most likely, if you speak to your parents or friends about long term care, they emphatically state that they will never be moved into ‘one of those places’ … Continue reading →

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Preparation, One Rule for Retirement

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

Although none of us knows what lies in our future, it is increasingly clear to me that older adults have a greater challenge in anticipating what to expect on the road ahead.  Laws and societal norms have created a predictable … Continue reading →

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The Soup’s Not Good

Posted on December 8, 2011 by

The holidays bring people together for extended periods with aging loved ones.  After a recent such gathering I heard a complaint that, “It seems my father (now in his 90’s) just doesn’t like anything I do.  I went out of … Continue reading →

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I Hearby Bequeath….My Password

Posted on December 2, 2011 by

We’ve done some planning here at Seabury for business continuity.  In the process, each staff person prepared a plan that gave an overview of basic job functions and responsibilities.  The plan also included a list of passwords to access documents … Continue reading →

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Posted on December 20, 2010 by

From Seabury Care Management: Keep It Simple – Holiday Celebrations with those with Dementia For families who have a relative with dementia, holiday get-togethers often prompt a new way of celebrating.  The key to a positive holiday experience is to simplify … Continue reading →

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