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What Happens When You’re Released From The Hospital, But Still Need Medical Services?

June 21, 2016 by Debra Hallisey

visiting nurse taking blood pressure in a womans home

Medicare Certified Health Care at Home Is One Solution. My father’s release from the hospital was the miracle we had been praying for, but I had no idea how we would manage. (Jump to Lessons Learned) Two years after dad was admitted to the hospital, I find myself comfortable with a language I never knew existed: “Event”; “Compliance”; “Case Manager”; the list goes on. My … [Read more...]

The Visiting Nurse Association – Who Are They? What Services Do They Provide?

June 21, 2016 by Debra Hallisey

visiting nurse taking patients information

The VNA Gave Dad Medical Support at Home After His Hospital Stay. Organizations with the title ”Visiting Nurse Association” (VNA) are one of many nonprofit, mission-based Medicare certified home health agencies that provide physician-prescribed medical services, along with home care and caregiver assistance services. (Jump to Lessons Learned) There is no singular “Visiting … [Read more...]

Caregivers Don’t Go It Alone. Practical Tips On Asking For Help.

June 10, 2016 by Debra Hallisey

Caregiver helping mom in walker to cross the street

Say YES to everyone! My parents generation does not ask for help or share personal information easily. When I heard my mother tell someone on the phone there was nothing they could do to help while dad was in the hospital, I knew something had to change. (Jump to Lessons Learned) Dad's first hospital stay quickly proved that I could not do it alone. I was at the hospital by … [Read more...]

Caregiver Burnout and Feelings of Anger

May 12, 2016 by Debra Hallisey

Angry, sad child

Feeling angry is normal and it’s OK. Some days I am so angry with my father - angry and resentful that he died and left me responsible for my mother. (Jump to Lessons Learned) If you are a caregiver, you understand. If you are not there yet, don’t be surprised by these feelings. They are normal and recognizing them is another step in your grieving and for me, part of the … [Read more...]

4 Tips Before You Become a Caregiver

May 1, 2016 by Debra Hallisey

caregiver and parent holding hands

“Where do I Start?” For months that panicked question was the refrain in my head as I tried to fall asleep. It is the question I asked myself over and over again as it became clear that my father was dying, that I was about to become responsible for my disabled mother, and this responsibility would include among other things: her safety, finances and home. Being prepared is … [Read more...]

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