Due to lack of rain and Sonoma County declaring a drought, there are concerns of wildfire season approaching early. Being prepared early is key to ensure everyone’s safety especially with Covid-19 still being active in our community. Ways to prepare: Sign up for emergency alerts and know what zone you live or work in: SoCoEmergency.org– …
Due to the growing popularity of in-home care for seniors, its crucial to ensure your loved one is safe. Caregivers should use these tips about safety hazards and adjust the home accordingly. General Safety In addition to lifeline or like system, use a buddy system for daily check-ins to promote socialization and prevent feelings of …
Saying good bye to this year will not be hard for anyone that I know. This year has certainly tested our strength and endurance. I for one thought that being under house arrest would not be a problem, I could clean out my drawers and closets. Well nine months into this, my drawers and closets …
Housing and Cost of Care Crisis in Sonoma County THE LOW INCOME SENIOR HOUSING CRISIS Recently I worked with a placement specialist, and we placed an elder woman with moderate dementia and behavior concerns in a Board and Care and the initial cost was $8,000.00 a month. Many seniors do not have anywhere near the …
WENDY TAYLOR, MSW SEBASTOPOL CA (707) 824-5637 SUPPORT@TAYLORELDERCARE.COM I am a social worker and not a qualified nurse. I address alternatives for people avoiding hospitalization by offering information on how to get a licensed home care order from your physician. You must have a qualifying change of status. If you don’t qualify for home care, …
