Advocate, Interpreter or Intermediary?
Elder abuse by way of caregiver privilege instead of true advocacy. The dangers of serving as an interpreter or intermediary in care situations. Return to the Advocacy Category Page Return to All Category Page Subscribers Click Below to Login Click Here to Login Like... Read moreMedications and the Mature Adult
Many adults I work with complain about the quantity of medications their physicians prescribe. Admittedly, many take five to ten different medications on any given day. Many previously healthy individuals now diagnosed with a chronic disease requiring medications... Read moreThe Patient Experience and Being an Educated Patient
Advocacy The Patient Experience and Patient Education In this video, Pamela D. Wilson, caregiving expert talks about the challenge of health care providers avoiding uncomfortable discussions. The burden is on adults and caregivers to learn to ask the right questions.... Read moreCaregiving Advocacy: Becoming The Squeaky Wheel
By Pamela D. Wilson, MS, BS/BA, CSA, NCG Advocating for an aging loved one is a learned skill. Family caregivers have a responsibility to an aging parent or loved one to be proactive about care needs. If you are the medical or financial power of attorney you have a... Read moreThe Helpful Neighbor: How Did I Get Involved?
By Pamela D. Wilson, MS, BS/BA, CSA, NCG I recently received a telephone call from the housekeeper of an elderly woman named Shirley who was concerned that her client was alone and had serious health concerns. She called, frantic because Shirley was starving herself.... Read moreListen to Podcasts of The Caring Generation Radio Program
