Posts Tagged ‘medication’

Something To Learn From Hurricane Sandy

Considering what just happened in New York and New Jersey, I think we all need to adopt the Girl Scout motto and BE PREPARED…….. Emergency preparedness is never easy when there is an impending threat.  Imagine what it would be like if you were dealing with a senior…..   medication, oxygen, limited mobility – the thought of this and many more obstacles makes me shudder.  Download this link and be prepared.   http://www.redcrosstbc.org/pdf/DisasterPreparednessSeniors.pdf  

What Information Should I keep Handy?

Important Documents To Keep Handy: Keep these documents about your aging parent or loved one in a designated file/folder: Contact Names and Numbers Medication Workshhet Allergy and Condition Worksheet Physician Visit Worksheet Health Care Proxy DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) Order Advance Directives such as Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney Insurance Policies Will and Testament Copy of Medicare/Medicaid Card Copy of Health Insurance/Cards Valuables Designation List

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