• Assisted Living In Vancouver WA – How To Start Your Search

    Posted on October 6, 2011

    The nature of support we offer to families looking for assisted living in Vancouver WA has, by it’s nature, made it so that people in our community know they can turn to usĀ for seniorĀ housing and related resources. Assisted living in Vancouver WA is a phrase often used to search for other types of solutions such as Memory Care, Senior Housing and Adult Family Homes. We feel it is important to remind ourĀ visitors thatĀ “assisted living in Vancouver WA” is a phrase that may not actually bring the right resources to the forefront. Often this search is made during a highly emotional time. We would encourage you to start your assisted living search by leveraging a free service like we offer here at A Caring Heart. We can help you process your needs and determine the correct assisted living in Vancouver WA solution base on your unique needs. It is possible that an assisted living facility, in it’s […]

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  • Adult Family Home – Determine The Right Choice

    Posted on September 15, 2011

    Talk About Life Changes: Everyone involved needs to overcome their reluctance to talk about changing needs. Set aside time to talk when everyone is rested and prepared. Do some homework and have some knowledge about adult family homes in your area. Involve the person that needs the additional care and support. Allow each person to talk without interruptions or criticism. Emotions will be a big part of this discussion. Be patient with each other. Don’t try to tackle too many issues in one meeting – take your time. It is normal to find change difficult, stay positive. Don’t make rash decisions. Allow everyone time to think about everything discussed. If helping a loved one, remember you are making recommendations not decisions. Review Needs Make a list of medical, physical and social needs. Does someone need to do laundry and cooking? Is help needed to get to the bathroom or to dress? Are regular medication reminders necessary? What type of help […]

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  • Assisted Living, Adult Family Homes And Memory Care Are Only A Part Of Aging Readiness

    Posted on August 3, 2011

    The Clark County Aging Readiness Task Force is going to be at the Clark County Fair at Booth 93 in the Exhibition Hall. In addition to helping families seek the right assisted living, adult family home or memory care location for their loved ones, Kathy has been an active member of this task force. TheĀ Aging Readiness Task ForceĀ was convened to help address how Clark County can meet the needs of an aging population. Kathy will be at the booth Saturday, August 6th from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.and would love to have you stop by to say hello and gather information. See you at the FAIR!!!

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  • What Are Adult Family Homes?

    Posted on June 28, 2011

    Adult Family Homes are small communities with no more than six residents who live in a house that provides for their needs much like an assisted living facility. However the ratio of caregivers to residents is usually higher and can provide for residents whose needs are greater.

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