February 20, 2018

What you need to know about Agnosia when caring for the Aging Person in your life

February 20, 2018/ Alee Solutions

Did you know that, Changes in the parietal lobe of the brain can cause safety issues such as: Fire Hazards, Misunderstanding traffic situations, eating/choking on non-food items, or ingesting hazardous materials or chemicals?

February 14, 2018

Happy Valentines Day

February 14, 2018/ Alee Solutions

February 13, 2018

Mardi Gras Wishes to All

February 13, 2018/ Alee Solutions

February 08, 2018

BURNOUT - When it happens to you

February 08, 2018/ Alee Solutions

Here are three very effective ways to reignite your flame and keep your performing at your peak you. Weither your a full time caregiver, grandparent raising a grandchild or a stay at home parent everyone of us need to work to be our best selves.

February 06, 2018

8 Uplifting Activities to do with an Aging Loved One who is Confined to Bed

February 06, 2018/ Alee Solutions

There are so many things that you can do with a loved one who is confined to bed but here are eight tips of activities that might life their spirits.

February 05, 2018

Local Non-Profit in need of donation(s) --Fern Creek/ Highview United Ministries

February 05, 2018/ Alee Solutions

If you have an extra this is a great way to put it to a good cause. Contact Rev. Ron Loughry directly by calling (502) 762-9608.

February 02, 2018

Happy Groundhog Day

February 02, 2018/ Alee Solutions

January 30, 2018

Golden Alert: Seniors Living Alone -It maybe Hazardous to Their Health

January 30, 2018/ Alee Solutions

Research has shown that an alarming number of seniors are remaining in their homes when they are in need of more assistance and high level of care. In so many of these cases they are remaining in their homes alone.

Most of us wish to remain in our homes as long as possible but when do the benefits of staying your home no longer out weight the dangers?

Our Social Worker, Alisha Duvall MSW/MFT, found that after consulting the Administration on Aging that nearly 44% of seniors 65 and older living alone need assistance with the activities of daily living. Some would say that there is an easy solution to preventing these dangers - move them into a nursing home. Our Social Worker disagrees. Most seniors can excel and thrive in a lower level of care. In Kenctuckiana there are over four levels of care before you need nursing home long term care and those options should be explored.

There are many dangers of living alone. In an article in the Smithsonian, Joseph Stromberg declared Warning: Living alone may be hazardous to your health. He went on to say that it is not simply the dangers of depression and anxiety that develop with prolonged social isolation but it actually increases a seniors change of death.

Joseph Stromberg went on to say, "the group, led by Andrew Steptoe, examined data on the 6,500 older adults (aged 52 and up) who took part in the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing in 2004, and monitored which participants survived up until last March. The researchers specifically looked at the association between mortality (overall risk of death) and a pair of conditions: social isolation (as indicated by a lack of contact with others) and loneliness (as reflected by participants’ answers on a survey).

In total, 14.1 percent of the people who’d participated in the survey had died in the 8 years after the study was administered, but those who were classified as socially isolated had died at considerably higher rates. Of the most socially isolated respondents, 21.9 percent did not survive to March 2012, as compared with 12.3 percent of the least isolated. Even after the participants’ baseline health and demographic factors were taken into account, being socially isolated still correlated to an increase in their mortality.

Interestingly, though, defining oneself as lonely—via the answers about one’s emotions and psychological state on the survey—did not have the same effect. Those who were lonely did have overall higher mortality, but this was because on average, they were older and had poorer baseline health conditions at the start. When the researchers controlled for baseline health and age, the mortality gap between the lonely and the non-lonely largely vanished.

This indicates that the real danger of living alone is not feeling lonely per se, but having reduced contact with others. One possibility is that an older person who seldom sees friends and family is less likely to get the help they need in managing various ailments, and is probably also less likely to be encouraged to go see a doctor when new health problems pop up. The researchers speculate that living alone might even cause people to have poorer health habits, such as smoking, eating an unhealthy diet and getting less physical activity."

As previous researchers have found those with a health condition such as cardiovascular disease are more likely to die than of their counterparts who are not living alone. Just like a pack of wolves are more likely to survive than the lone wolf so are Seniors. Simply being around others helps us ensure that we take better care of ourselves. Call our social worker today to ask about your loved ones risk and the options and resources available to get them the extra care and support they need.

Read more: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/warning-living-alone-may-be-hazardous-to-your-health-8795790/#H3P42Lqzy4gAEIwS.99

January 23, 2018

4 Ways to Prevent Pneumonia

January 23, 2018/ Alee Solutions

Getting shot is not typically thought of for it’s health benefits except when you are referring to immunizations.
Get Shot: Immunize Yourself
Seniors and those at higher risk are advised by centers such as the Mayo Clinic and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute to get vaccinated against bacterial pneumococcal pneumonia. This one-time vaccine can reduce severity and even prevent pneumonia.

Although Senior have been referred to as “Classics” their symptoms are anything but.
Atypical: Not your Classic Symptoms
Diagnosis of pneumonia within the senior population can be difficult because they do not typically suffer the classic symptoms. Family members should keep an eye out for symptoms like confusion, dizziness, delirium or other non-respiratory symptoms like weakness.

Have you ever heard the saying: Cleanliness is next to Godliness?

The practice of good hygiene habits can be one of the most effective ways to prevent Pneumonia. It can even work to prevent other illnesses such as colds, influenza or other respiratory infections that can lead to pneumonia. The team at the Mayo Clinic recommend hand washing regularly to help prevent the spread of these illnesses.

As a backup when you do not have access to a sink hand sanitizer is a good alternative in a pinch.

Did you know that healthcare professionals say - Eating reduces your risk of Pneumonia?

Seniors can help prevent pneumonia by making sure they are eating healthy. Proper nutrition leads to overall good health because it can keep the immune system strong and able to fight off infection that may come their way. Double check that your one is following the current nutritional guidelines. It also doesn’t hurt to ensure they are getting plenty of rest and exercise.

January 17, 2018

Flu Season is in full swing. Let me help your & your clients get back up!

January 17, 2018/ Alee Solutions

January 10, 2018

Needing assistance?

January 10, 2018/ Alee Solutions

We are excited to share our newest spotlight in the today's transitions magazine.

Finding out a family member is no longer able to safely remain in their home so often takes families by surprise. Countless of families just like you find themselves not sure where to turn for help.

Utilizing a reputable senior placement agency can make the search for the right Senior Living option a smooth process. An experienced advisor can guide families through the web of decisions that it takes to make a transition a success. Successful transitions can be challenging for families who try to navigate the waters of healthcare alone. There is a peace of mind that comes with knowing you have the professional support that aids in making decisions that can save time and money for your loved one.

Make sure the advisor you choose is knowledgeable about the resources and communities in Kentuckiana area. Be cautious of shopping on the internet for senior housing assistance. Numerous local families have voiced concerns about how their personal information they entered on a website may have been released to others or even worse sold to other companies. When entering you or your loved ones personal information on a website; read the fine print on the Privacy Policy. Often you can find language that allows the website to sell or disclose your personal and contact information with third parties.

Rick M, a local hospital Case Manager, tells of why he refers the families that he assist to Alisha Duvall, MSW/MFT, of Alee Solutions. “She acts with professionalism, compassion, and an empathy that cannot be imitated. Her path led her to start her own business Alee Solutions, which specializes in finding placement for seniors. She has went above and beyond what she promises her clients. Alisha does this because she genuinely cares for people. I assure you that it is not for the money, she doesn't know if she is going to be paid when taking on new clients. She does everything she can for them and sees them through to the end. Alisha has more integrity and love for people that I can only hope to one day achieve." Rick M. went on to say how important it is to have a local resource like Alee Solutions because with the number of senior living options available to us here in Kentuckiana it is likely the facility that best would fit your loved ones needs might not pop up in your online search or when asking friends about where their loved ones have gone. That is why companies like this exist and why you should call a Social Worker first. Most of these services are at no cost to the families.

January 05, 2018

Beware of the Sneaky Senior Living Shoppers

January 05, 2018/ Alee Solutions

These ladies have allegedly been to at least two Assisted Living / Senior Living Facilities recently and claimed they were searching for Senior Care for a loved one. As it turns out they have used the kind and caring hearts of those in our community to prey on. They have been said to have stolen items when the staff have turned their backs during a visit or tour.

They even took cards out of someones purse and spent $1,500.00 on gift cards right up the street after they left leaving the victium little time to notice anything had gone missing before they pounced. Call the police if you see them.