“There’s no place like home.” We know that line from The Wizard of Oz, but AARP repeated it in an article about aging in place. In a survey the organization took in 2018, “76% of Americans age 50 and older say they prefer to remain in their current residence and 77% would like to live Read More
At Windward Life Care, we understand older people’s desire to maintain their independence. You have your regular routines, activities, and friends, not to mention the place you call home. Why not continue aging in place, as long as you can do it safely? In fact, most Americans want to do just that. Nearly 90% of Read More
Choosing the right agency for in-home care in San Diego can be challenging. Although there are many good agencies out there, not all of them can provide exactly the type of support you need. So how can you know which agency will provide the care you’re looking for? Here are a few tips for finding Read More
A scam or fraud can quickly overshadow the fun holiday memories that you are trying to create with your family. Unfortunately, scammers are more prevalent during this time of year because they know people are in a giving mindset and spending more money. A holiday scam could be as small as a package theft from Read More
Aging parents typically require some kind of outside support as their physical and/or cognitive abilities decline over time. When that day comes, it can be difficult for them to accept a “stranger” in their home. You may encounter resistance to hiring caregivers for help. Your parents may refuse the idea with comments such as, “it’s Read More
Windward Life Care’s professional Aging Life Care Managers provide an array of services that benefit clients and their families. One particularly important function is assisting clients and their support systems in managing medical conditions and related problems. This includes helping clients and their families navigate through often stressful and confusing hospital visits, whether the visits Read More
The great majority of older adults have a strong desire to live in their own homes and communities; but many adaptations need to be made in our homes to accommodate this. Technology is one piece that empowers older adults to live in their homes with dignity. Technology has been challenging for many mature adults to Read More
The month of April is known as “Occupational Therapy Month,” designated as an opportunity to shine a light on the benefits that are available from these services. Occupational therapy can be helpful for people of all ages, particularly aging adults. What is Occupational Therapy? Age or disabilities can limit a person’s ability to complete everyday Read More
The County of San Diego handles an estimated 9,000 cases of elder abuse annually. If that many cases are reported, how many elder abuse situations are going unreported? Abuse can happen in many forms, including physical, financial, sexual, emotional, and more. Victims might be living in silence, with family and friends unaware that problems are Read More
As we age, it can become harder to navigate unforeseen, life-altering events on our own. At Windward Life Care®, our Aging Life Care™ Managers are trained to help clients maintain their independence despite adversities. The following story demonstrates one of the many ways our Care Managers create personalized plans of care that emphasize the client’s Read More