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Taking Care Of Aging Parents
May 19, 2011
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It took me a while to see it. Having to repeat the same things to my mother several times, sometimes because she didn’t hear what I said, others because she didn’t remember that I had already told her. There were the limitations on driving that appeared seemingly overnight, and the physical frailties that I had not noticed before.
At some point, my mother had gotten older. Into her late seventies now, the woman who took care of me, followed our high school band on trips across the state, followed me to New York for my Carnegie Hall debut, not to mention driving the 300 miles every other weekend for over a decade to help with kids during my unusual work schedule…..she was now hitting the point where such activities were not ideal.
Nobody likes to admit that their parents are getting older, because it reminds us that they are human, with a finite existence, and that we won’t always have them around. But aging is part of the process, and as our parents enter their sunset years, we need to be aware of it and take proper steps to take care of them and look after them during this time.
One of the most common complaints you will hear from people is that of elderly folks driving, namely that they can’t. Most states do start making seniors take their driving test more often. If your parents are becoming dangers to themselves, the best thing to do is to get them to surrender their keys. Often times, a third party can prove beneficial in such a conversation, such a trusted physician or minister who can break the news. Loss if independence (i.e. driving privileges) can be devastating for older adults.
We joke with our parents about putting them in nursing homes, but the fact is that such a move may very well become a reality. Ideally, I think most of us would prefer to have our parents come and live with us, which is very thoughtful and considerate, however, there is real life to contend with, and sometimes an assisted living community is the best option. This is a discussion that should be had early on, when planning for later life events. Obviously, it would be easier to do if you have your parents blessing. Doing so otherwise has about as much charm as being incarcerated at the state pen.
One should also be aware of the location of various important items, such as wills, in the event the parent is to die suddenly. Having a plan in place for the execution of wills, dispensation of estate, etc will prevent additional heartache when the time comes.
On a related note, the parent’s final wishes should be honored. What do they want in the way of end of life care? Do they wish to be kept alive artificially? Do they want burial? Cremation? The body donated to science or medical schools? You may find that your elderly parents have very specific wishes for their end of life care.
Become the decision maker in their lives. They may specifically ask you about this, when they become too old, feeble, or mentally incapacitated to make decisions for themselves. Be willing to step up and let them know that you are there and will make decisions that are in their best interests.
Never tell them what they “should” do. Starting sentences with “you should” puts up a defensive wall almost instantly. Instead, begin your sentences with “I” as it is less confrontational and much more likely to actually be listened to.
Keep your emotions in check. I was reminded recently that I exhibited very little patience with my mother when I had to repeat phrases she hadn’t heard, or if we were having the same conversation this afternoon that we had this morning. Remember that your parents cannot control much of what is happening to them. As we get older things break down, and that includes things such as memory and hearing. Cut them some slack.
No, it is not easy to watch our parent grow older. But with the right attitude, we can make those years much easier on them. Take the time today to begin looking at ways you can take care of your parents…..just think of it as paying them back for the excellent job they did raising you!
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THE MYTH OF GENDER-FREE PARENTING by Dr. Harold Sala Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. 1 Corinthians 16:13 At age three, Charles Ballard was abandoned by his father. At age seventeen, he, himself, became a father but walked away from his son, just as his dad had done fourteen years before. By age 25, he was a convict in a penitentiary, having been sentenced on a drug charge. But in prison, like the prodigal Jesus told about, he came to his senses and determined to make something of his life when he was released. He did, too. First, he earned a high school equivalency diploma, then a college degree, and then a master’s degree. In the process he was reunited with his son and began working in a local hospital. Ballard was struck by the number of single women who came to the hospital, pregnant, alone and with little hope of making it in the world. Ballard began speaking to young black men, urging them not to make the mistakes he had made, and began helping families to connect. Today, more than 3000 men have gone through his program and scores of families have been united. Today, there is a myth that dads don’t count, that parenting should be gender-free, and that having peace in a home is more important than having a dad there. That, of course, is based on the myth that having a dad creates more problems than it solves. Nothing could be further from the truth. A study done by sociologist David Popenoe of Rutgers University documented the …
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Understanding How the Care of Your Children is Considered During Trial Court in a Divorce Case
May 15, 2011
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One of the biggest factors in a divorce is the care of the children involved. It’s important to understand that your children didn’t ask for the divorce—and that having both parents involved in their lives is so important to their well-being and the best interests of your children. With this in mind, it is important to demonstrate your ability to care for your children in order to obtain joint—or full—custody of your children.
When it comes to the judge’s decisions regarding the care and support of the children, it is important that they consider the “best interests” of the children. Understand that the “best interest” is not always the children being with their mother under full custody—”best interest” is typically having both parents equally involved in their children’s lives.
In order to come to a fair and just conclusion of who should be the primary caretaker of the children, the judge looks at a variety of issues. First, who has been taking care of the children? If when you separated from your wife, you left her with the house and the kids, you can almost guarantee that she will have the right to continue what she’s been doing—which is taking care of the kids fulltime. It is important to know that a mother is in no way better suited to care for a child as a father—this even playing ground should definitely be established early on in the case.
In some cases, family law observers and home evaluators may make recommendations to the judge in regards of who they feel is more fit and favorable to have as the primary caregiver to the children. These recommendations, along with the possible wishes of the children (if at a mature enough age to determine their personal choice of the parents to reside with), are two strongly weighed considerations by the judge.
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Special Needs Resources – Finding Special Needs Child Care
May 13, 2011
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Day care providers are shooting up everywhere. Most people can find a great day care provider close to their home, however if you hold a special needs child odds are the options for day service providers is truly slim. Many day attention providers do not have adequately trained staff to care for children investing in special needs. Special Needs Resources
Usually day attention centers are independently had sector and the owners and operators do not own the resources or tools to handle children with special needs. The first day care choice parents with special needs children usually make is leaving the child with a grandparent. Grandparents usually have the skills and knowledge to take care of their special needs grandchild on a daily basis. Special Needs Resources
Since grandparents are involved in the life of a special needs child on a continual basis, having them care for the child during the day when the parents are not available can be a stable calming influence for the child. However, grandparents may not be the answer. Some grandparents live too far away from the child to take an active daily role in the special needs child’s life. Or maybe the grandparents have health issues, which will preclude them from becoming a day care provider for their grandchild. Special Needs Resources
If you are having a problem finding a special needs child care provider, talk to your child’s therapist and request referrals. Your therapist may know a retired therapist who would be more than happy to step out of retirement to become a day care provider. Many times therapists who work with special needs children burn out and are looking for a new career. Special Needs Resources
Your request for assistance in finding a day care provider for your special needs child could actually put someone on a new career path. Finally, if you are still having problems finding a day care provider for you special needs child, contact your local colleges and advertise for a nanny. Many schools offer programs for education of special needs children and you may find a great student who is interested in working the hours you need and can bond with your child. Special Needs Resources
Students may have great knowledge but limited skills so you will have to monitor their work by conducting surprise visits or having a friend check in on them. Communicate with your student nanny on a consistent basis and you may end up with a great nanny at a price you never thought you could afford. Don’t let your love ones suffer anymore! Lead them out through Special Needs Resources program now!
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Massachusetts Nonemergency Child Custody Care Protection Proceeding Federal Parental Kidnapping Prevention Lawyers Attorneys
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CARE AND PROTECTION OF VIVIAN.
SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT OF MASSACHUSETTS
May 1, 1995, Argued
July 26, 1995, Decided
In January, 1994, apparently in response to the father’s petition to modify the custody order, a judge of a Utah court awarded temporary custody of Vivian to her father. On February 3, 1994, after consultation with the Utah judge, a judge in the Plymouth County Probate and Family Court dismissed the mother’s complaint for modification of the Utah divorce decree on the ground that the PKPA required the judge to defer to the Utah court’s jurisdiction. In response to a report by Vivian’s psychotherapist that Vivian’s father had touched her inappropriately. The Department of Social Services (department) filed a petition for the care and protection of Vivian in the Wareham District Court. A judge awarded temporary custody of Vivian to the department. Subsequently, the judge denied the father’s motion to dismiss the care and protection proceeding. In June, 1994, the department declined to permit Vivian to travel to Utah in connection with the custody contest pending there. On June 14, 1994, the father filed his complaint in this proceeding seeking an order that the department immediately present Vivian to the Utah court. His request was based on his assertion that the Wareham District Court had no jurisdiction to entertain the nonemergency care and protection proceeding.
The Judge concluded that the care and protection proceeding delayed resolution of the custody dispute, interfered with the Utah court’s efforts by withholding a witness considered essential, obstructed cooperation between Massachusetts and Utah courts, and frustrated the over-all purpose of the PKPA to encourage comity among the States. He saw no reason to believe that Utah courts and social agencies could not deal adequately with the allegations of abuse. The single justice ordered that the Wareham District Court direct Vivian to appear in the Utah court. Although the single justice’s order made moot the issue of the District Court’s jurisdiction, he regarded the question as important and capable of repetition and accordingly reported the jurisdictional question to the full court
Whether the Federal Kidnapping Prevention Act, (PKPA) 28 U.S.C. § 1738A (1988),preempts a care and protection proceeding, initiated in the context of a lengthy custody dispute, where proceedings for a modification of custody are pending in another State which has jurisdiction over the question of a child’s custody?
Opinions concluding that PKPA preempts care and protection proceedings of the type involved here are more persuasive. The purposes of the PKPA would be undercut if we were to permit a State, often with the active
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Is In Home Care Right For Me?
April 4, 2011
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In home health care is among the most popular health care services nowadays. Such kind of services is extremely helpful for ageing parents and people suffering from serious illness or physical disability. Most of the time choosing in home health care services provides peace of mind. With expert services of home health care service provides people can expect the best care of elderly people living alone at home.
When You Should Choose In Home Health Care Service
People often get confused in making decision of selecting in home health care service. They couldn’t figure out whether in home health care services can help them in dealing with the problems being faced by their ageing parents or loved ones facing medical emergencies.
Well, there are some cases when choosing in home health care service providers is the best solution. Some of the common cases are as following:
Elder Care – In home health care services is the perfect solution for all your problems related to elder care. After a certain age, people cannot help themselves with most of the forever tasks. They need external help for performing everyday tasks. In case if they are facing some kind of illness, situation becomes worse. Be it your parents or grandparents who need proper care at home, in home health care is the right solution of elder care issues.
Emergency Medical Care – There are some cases when people need round the clock medical care. Such time comes in case of medical emergency (serious illness, fatal accidents, or pregnancy complications). In most of these cases, patient is advised to take complete rest with minimal physical activities. In home health care can solve most of the problems. People can have a certified medial aide beside them all the time to take care of their medicine, diet, and other crucial issues.
Physical Disability – Physically disabled (temporary or permanent) people need someone to assist them in their daily life. Be it their morning or evening walk, daily bath, or diet, they can’t do it on their own. To help such people home health care service providers offer live-in aides.
In all the aforementioned cases, it is important for people to choose in home health care service. Although these services are a bit expensive, but when it comes to the wellbeing of your loved one, you cannot compromise. Most of the medical expenses are covered under emergency medical care insurance or elderly care insurance. Even if it is not covered by any insurance, the life and happiness of your parents, loved ones or other elderly members is more than any amount of money.
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