Aging Parents

Caregiver Training: What Pinnacle Requires

What kinds of training does a caregiver get before taking care of seniors? Not all agencies require the extensive training that Pinnacle does. According to Karin Malkowski Stende, trainer/human resources associate, Pinnacle requires “very intensive, 30-plus hours of classroom and on-site training that new staff are expected to complete during their initial two weeks of …

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Quick Guide to the Role of Power of Attorney for Parents and Adult Children

Can you imagine a time when your elderly parent might find bill-paying overwhelming? Or make more and more mistakes with the checking account? Or simply prefer not to deal with the hassle of selling the house or a car? If so, it would be good to talk with your Mom or Dad about choosing someone …

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Bad Week or Downhill Slide? 7 signs your aging parent(s) need help

When you see your parents often, you may not notice a gradual decline. But your parent(s) may be getting to the point where they need more help. Next time you visit, look for these 7 signs your parents need help: • Does their home still meet Mom’s housekeeping standards? Or are there fingerprints on the …

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