Q: A family met together with their father to discuss case management services. He agreed they needed a professional to assist with all of his appointments and his declining health. After meeting with a Freedom Home Care Case Manager ...Read More
Q: We made the decision to have caregivers come into our home to assist with my father’s care. He is shy, not used to new people and the caregivers are having a hard time connecting with my father. He ...Read More
Q: I’ve decided to write an advance directive to ensure family and friends will know best how to advocate for me if and when the times comes. We have a history of dementia in our family and I’d like ...Read More
Q: I don’t need care yet, but I know I want to be able to stay in my home for as long as possible. I am worried about how I will pay for services I might need in the future. ...Read More
Q: I’ve been asking Freedom Home Care clients, why is it important for you to have a case manager?A: The answers vary. Clients want continuity of care. Enlisting the help of a case manager takes away the burden and stress ...Read More
Q: How can I turn from being a lonely, resentful caregiver into the person I used to be before life changed and I became the sole caregiver for my grandma?A: First of all, I commend you for taking on the ...Read More
Q: I live alone and I’m uncomfortable leaving my home when it’s so cold and icy outside. I talked to my family on the phone, but I miss the time I used to spend with them and my friends. ...Read More
Q: Caregiving can be very stressful. What can I do to reframe my role as a caregiver to promote a more positive experience for my loved one and for me as a caregiver? A: There are many overlooked rewards to caring ...Read More
Q: Being a caregiver is stressful on a daily basis. How can I equip myself this holiday season so I can remain a loving caregiver during the stressful holiday season? A: Holidays are exciting and stressful. Being a caregiver adds ...Read More
Q: We just brought in Hospice to help care for my dad. They provide so many great services, but there are still times when dad may have to be alone because my family isn’t able to be there. We ...Read More