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Personal Emergency
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Fall Prevention Checklist
Tips on Hiring In-home Help
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CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
What's inside
What is Aging-In-Place?
Home Modifications
Meals - Nutrition
Page 2
Hiring Caregiver Tips
Page 6-7
24/7 Virtual Caregiver
Page 2-3
What is a PERS?
Page 8-9
Cost Comparison
Living Independently
VS
Assisted Living
$ $
Page 4-5
Immediate Help Matters
Page 10-11
Senior Resources
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rather than moving in with family or a
costly facility.
This Guide is published to help educate
seniors and those who care for the elderly
on safety issues and services that make it
possible to remain living independently at
home alone matter what their age or ability.
The information contained within this
guide can assist in developing a plan to
remain living at home alone by connecting
you to services that address the basic needs
along with some options.
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Safety Checklist
Page 16-17
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WHAT IS AGING-IN-PLACE
What is aging-in-place?
Aging-in-place means remaining in one's
home safely, independently and comfortably,
regardless of age, income, or functional
ability level. It means the pleasure of living
in a familiar environment throughout ones’
life, and to continue enjoying the routine
daily rituals and sentimental memories that
enrich all our lives. It means the reassurance
of being able to call a house a “home” for a
lifetime.
“seniors who remain in their own homes
add 4 years to their life expectancy”
lace?
Aging-in-place has become the popular
choice in lifestyle for older adults. If you're
like most Americans, you want to continue
living in your current home and community
for as long as possible. As you age, there are
good reasons for choosing to do so. Studies
show that seniors who remain in their own
homes add 4 years to their life expectancy.
An AARP study found the 89% of the people
surveyed preferred to remain in their own
homes and communities rather than move.
A great number of those respondents said a
parent, spouse, or another household member
had difficulty walking, bathing, negotiation
stairs, or getting into or out of bed or a chair.
I love remaining
in my own
home and
community.
The use of assistive devices and home
adaptations helped them get around and
remain self-sufficient.
In the past, when someone had concerns about
living by themselves, it generally meant that
it was time to move in with a family member
or to a costly assisted living facility. Not
anymore. Seniors are remaining at home and
living independently with a little help. The
California Healthcare Foundation reported
similar findings.
Why hire a
Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist?
CAPS professionals have the answers to your
questions. They have been taught the strategies
and techniques for designing and building
aesthetically enriching, barrier-free living
environments. The CAPS program goes
beyond design to address the codes and
standards, common remodeling expenditures
and projects, product ideas and resources
needed to provide comprehensive and practical
aging-in-place solutions. CAPS graduates
pledge to uphold a code of ethics and are
required to maintain their designation by
continuing education programs and
participating in community service projects.
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• Getting in and out of the shower
• Getting in and out of the tub
• Getting up from the shower
chair or shower seat
• Provide stability while you dry off
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Grab Bars
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18"
Temporary Ramps
Before
18"
After
HOME MODIFICATIONS
• Provide stability while you
transfer from a wheelchair
• Getting up and sitting down
on the toilet
• Provides stability while you
wash your feet
• Stability while you dress
Bathroom Updating
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NUTRITION – DIET
SENIOR MEAL STRATEGIES
As we age, our nutritional
needs change.
Eating the right foods can help people to stay
mentally sharp, emotionally balanced and full
of energy while keeping a positive attitude
and maintaining a healthy immune system.
Older people may eat poorly for several of
many reasons ranging from lack of desire or
skill to prepare and cook meals, to poor
appetite due to a boring menu selection,
medication connected loss of appetite, or
medical and physical problems or limitations.
Living alone in many cases often results in
an individual being unable to meet their
dietary needs and forces them to make
compromises. Weight loss and poor diet
issues are as much a problem as weight gain
in the elderly. Protein and energy
requirements for older adults seem to be
higher than for younger individuals. Also
higher supplementation is necessary during
an illness, health condition or after surgery.
Once an individual reaches their seventies
and eighties a nutritional-balanced diet
would be beneficial. ´
How many times have you been reminded
throughout your life “you are what you eat”.
Nutrition Fact
Studies have shown that
an individual who is
malnourished when
admitted to a hospital
tends to have a longer
hospital stay, experience
more complications, and
has a greater risk of
morbidity and mortality
than a well-nourished
person with the same
illness whose nutritional
state is adequate.
BEST OPTIONS WHEN LIVING ALONE
We’re all familiar with the cliche ‘ “they’re no
free lunches in this life”; adding to “there is
no Santa Claus” and “Miracles are hard to
come by”. Other than family preparing your
meals or delivering leftovers and casseroles,
here’s the 3 best alternatives we have found.
OPTION 1 - GOVERNMENT
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
SENIOR CENTERS – Those who still drive
or get around by means of a community ride
service can enjoy a hot meal at the local senior
center for free or a small token fee.
MEALS ON WHEELS – This service
provides seniors who are living at home with
little or no assistance obtain adequate meals
with a menu that delivers the nutritional
needs required of older adults. Each delivery
consist of 3 meals: (1) a hot, ready-to-eat meal,
(2) a cold meal to eat later in the day, and
(3) a breakfast meal for the following morning.
These are great bargains because they are
funded in part by the federal government
and other private charities and donors. The
price you’re asked to pay doesn’t come close
to what the actual cost is to serve. Biggest
complaint about Meals On Wheels is:
• They’re not appetizing enough or the food
doesn’t appeal to me – Loss of appetite and
changes in appetite lessen as metabolism
declines and is a natural part of aging.
People move less as they get older and
muscle mass decreases, so they burn fewer
calories. Having said this it just might be
you and not the food to some extent.
• I have special dietary needs – don’t eat
what you don’t like or isn’t in your plan.
• Too much bread – don’t eat the bread.
Meals are specifically created to meet the
nutritional needs of older adults by a
registered dietitian which adhere to FDA
guidelines nutritional needs of older adults.
That includes bread and milk.
Your not going to get more bang for the
buck for prepared meals!
OPTION 2 - YOUR GROCERY STORE
If your on a special diet or happen to be one
of those picky eaters who chooses to eat
only the foods you’re accustomed to, well,
you need not search any further. You can get
those favorite foods where you have your
whole life . . .
. . . from your neighborhood grocery store !
‘
With a changing consumer landscape the
supermarket retailing trend is moving towards
on-line grocery ordering and delivery. The
most sought-after items by older adults are
an assortment of prepared foods, frozen meals,
loose fruits and vegetables for a quick snacks
and last but not least lots of deserts!
In-home help can prepare lunches when on
duty and other dishes in advance. Refer to
pgs.7 &14 for types of help and estimated cost
for this component of living in your home alone.
To find a grocery store near you that delivers
visit: www.HomeAloneConnection.com
OPTION 3 - FRESH MEAL DELIVERY
Freshly Prepared Meal Plans:
These food retailers offer a rotating menu of
breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes. You
pre-order your selection of meals for a week
or more in advance, that are delivered to
your door in an ice packed box FEDEX.
Most offer senior or speciality menus that
include gluten-free, low-sodium, heart-healthy,
or diabetic-friendly meals. Whether you’re
trying to maintain, gain, or lose weight, they
offer something for everyone.
Restaurant Take-out Food Delivery:
There are many to choose from and the way
they work is you go on-line to enter your zip
code, and then given a list of restaurants in
your area that range from fine dining to even
Dunkin Donuts. The delivery fee depends on
the arrangement the food service has with
the delivery service. This concept has become
very popular and retail food businesses like
Dunkin Donuts offer there own delivery.
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HIRING CAREGIVERS AND IN-HOME HELP
TYPES OF AGENCIES AND CAREGIVING HELP
There are three different models of doing
business with non-medical home care service
personnel from which choose are :
OPTION 1 – Businesses that provide
caregivers who are employees.
This is the safest and works out to be the
most cost effective option. Hiring a reputable
Non-Medical Home Care business that
employs its caregivers eliminates a multitude
of potential problems by assuming
responsibility for their caregivers and pay
the cost of:
• background checks
• workers compensation
• appropriate state and federal taxes
• filing of all necessary tax forms
• bonding policy against theft
• professional liability and personal
property damage insurance policies
OPTION 2 – “Registries” or “Placement
Services” that provide caregivers who work as
independent contractors.
A home care or other business will provide
you with the names of private caregivers for
you to hire privately or as independent
contractors. Do not be mislead and fooled..
.....either way you become their employer.
The home care or other business assumes no
responsibility or liability for the caregivers
as employees.
OPTION 3 - No home care businesses are
involved. You are on your own to find an
honest, caring and qualified private caregiver
or ”independent contractor” that you want
to be in your home. When you hire a private
caregiver as an independent contractor, you
become their employer.
LISTED BELOW ARE YOUR
RESPONSIBILITIES WHEN HIRING
A CAREGIVER PRIVATELY
1) You are now the employer. The IRS will
expect you to withhold and pay Federal
employment taxes.
2) The government will require you to do
the following. I
f not, it
will be considered “illegal hiring”:
• Obtain a Federal Employer Identification
number form from the IRS.
• Pay State Unemployment Tax contributions
and Workers Compensation insurance.
• A schedule H (Household Employer Taxes)
attached to your Federal Tax Return.
• Provide a W-2 (Wage and Tax Statement)
to the caregiver at the end of year.
• Form W-3 (Transmittal of wage an Tax
Statement) filed with government.
• Verify Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility
Verification) to establish caregiver is legal
and allowed to work.
3) You will be responsible to schedule a
reliever if caregiver needs a days off.
4) Should you decide to lay off your
caregiver, he or she can go to the State
Unemployment Office and file a claim for
unemployment benefits.
5) Should you hire a caregiver who has
unknown identity and immigration
status, you will have little recourse
should there be theft or abuse.
6) An untrained, inexperienced caregiver
increases the risk factor of something
counterproductive happening.
7) Should your caregiver be injured on the
job, they will place a claim with Workers
Compensation. If you have not paid for
coverage, you are liable to pay IRS
penalties and explain to the government
your reason for hiring and illegal worker.
Home Health Care Service Differences
You first need to understand that there are
huge differences in the services provided by
the blanket term of “in-home care”. The
specific services and the qualifications of
the personnel performing those services
varies greatly. The different levels of personal
care providers range from skilled, professional
providers to non- medical chore-type staff
or even just a companion to spend watch
-time. All of these services are designed to
prevent institutionalization by providing
in-home support. Prices range from $15 to
$135 an hour, based on the skill set and
qualifications the caregiver must meet and
the types of benefits the agency is paying to
their staff members. Rates also vary based
on the regularity of visits and amount of
coverage provided.
Home Health Care Agency
This is the highest level of the home health
or in-home care agencies. These providers
offer a variety of health care services.
Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses,
Therapists and other skilled professionals
and paraprofessionals provide long and
short-term home health care. Licensed
home health agencies must be certified in
order to obtain Medicare Part A
reimbursement. They offer care on an
hourly, daily, or live-in basis. A Home
Health Care Agency can also provide less
skilled care such as personal care aids,
homemakers and companions. The level of
care being provided to the client/patient
determines the qualifications and standards
of the caregiver and is priced accordingly.
Personnel are insured and generally include
a criminal history record check before
employment.
In-home Care / Private Duty Agency
This type of agency provides non-medical
assistance, but likely helps older adults with
almost all of their ADL(activity of daily living)
needs. They provide bathing assistance,
medication reminders, assistance with the
toilet, dressing, grooming and other personal
needs. They’re also likely to provide light
house-keeping, cooking and other chore
-related services.
Chore or Companion Services
This type of agency provides little or no
hands-on care. Chore providers perform
household duties, watch out for someone
with dementia, and act as a companion to an
older adult.
Personnel employed by these agencies:
Registered Nurses (RN's) provide total
nursing care and coordinate treatment
prescribed by a physician.
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN's) will
administer medication and treatment
prescribed by a physician and assist in
day-to-day activities.
Home Health Aides (HHA's) / Personal
Care Aides (PCA's) provide assistance with
personal care, light housekeeping, meal
preparation, aiding in all activities of daily
living.
Companions/Homemakers provide
assistance with personal care, homemaking,
meal preparation, shopping, and errands.
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WHAT IS PERS AND HOW DOES IT WORK ?
PERS+ OR mPERS – WHICH ONE IS BEST FOR YOU?
This is a quick and easy read on what PERS
is and how it works. Understanding this will
enable you to make a more educated decision
when choosing among the different brands
on the market today.
PERS Definition: an electronic device worn
by the user that is designed to summon help
in an emergency.
The origin of the acronym PERS (Personal
Emergency Response System) was first used
by security professions and government
regulatory agencies. At the consumer level
these devices had been referred to mostly by
generic names like Medical Alert, Emergency
Alert, Help Alert, and the most popular of
all was Lifeline, which is actually the name of
the company that pioneered the industry.
Today, the popularity of these devices has
grown exponentially and the acronym PERS
is now used at the consumer level.
PERS Components: (Traditional type)
1) Base console placed within the home and
powered by an AC electrical wall outlet.
Consists of a built-in speaker and microphone
with a 2-way voice transmission module.
3) Pendant that is worn to send a RF signal
(radio frequency) when the button is pressed
to activate the console.
4) Central Monitoring Station (CMS) where a
trained care specialist will assess the situation
and take appropriate action.
PERS Concept:
PERS was first developed in the 1980’s. The
original device was designed to meet the
needs of seniors who spent most of their time
at home, and therefore it only worked within
the home via a landline telephone to the CMS.
The range was limited by the layout of the
home and obstructions that could hinder
the users’ ability to hear or speak loud
enough to communicate with the centralized
console. The original PERS paradigm is still
rooted in today’s PERS models, although the
equipment has improved with technology
advancements. The fall detection feature, for
example, has been a popular add-on choice
for many when ordering a PERS. The
telephone landline connection used in the
past could be problematic, and on its way
to extinction. Buyers should only consider
the newer wireless models.
How it works: Its as easy as 1, 2, 3 . . .
within 60 seconds help is on the way.
Step 1
Emergency Occurs
Wireless Signal Sent
Step 2
Alarm Received
Appropriate Action Taken
Step 3
Emergency HELP Sent
Medical Aid Dispensed
Should an emergency occur, the user presses
the pendant button and speaks through the
built-in console speaker with a care specialist
who will assess the situation, then take
appropriate action. Paramedics or police are
dispatched when necessary, followed by
notifying family or friends of the incident
according to the client’s predetermined request.
PERS+ is a technologically advanced generation
also designed specifically for use at
home. The plus+ components greatly elevate
the level of care and support it provides.
PERS+ add-on components can be placed
throughout the home and provide a blanket
of security by reporting if the user has not
awakened at their normal time, missed a
morning routine, or has not taken a scheduled
medication for example. The entire
system is wireless which means no telephone
landline service and wiring required.
PERS+ pendants come in fashionable jewelry
inspired designs and watches that are
unrecognizable as a medical decice. This puts
to rest the stigma that one’s health is in
jeopardy when worn in public.
mPERS is the latest trend. The m preceding
PERS signifies mobile. The enthusiasm for
a mobile PERS is it’s ability to work anywhere
in the U.S. that cellular service is available,
whether that’s a trip to the mailbox or a
vacation destination. You’re always protected
wherever that might be.
mPERS is an all-in-one self-contained unit.
It consists of a microphone, speaker,
telephone Sim card and two-way voice
cellular module. The power source is a
lithium battery that needs to be recharged
on regular basis.
Essentially, it’s a miniature cell phone with
PERS technology components added. An
mPERS with GPS location tracking feature
connects to a privately operated Central
Station that is connected to a national
database of police and emergency medical
services to instantly dispatch help if needed.
PERS verses Cellular Phone for HELP
The mPERS GPS feature enables family or
caregivers to locate the person wearing it with
a smart phone app. or desktop computer.
When you call 911, they have no idea who
you are, where you are, or anything else
about you. In a real emergency, by the time
all the details are documented and help is
dispatched, a PERS subscriber could already
be receiving treatment.
With a PERS, when you have a health issue
or maybe even a senior moment such as
getting lost while you are out driving, you
simply press the help button and your
connected to a trained operator who instantly
has all of your information along with the
GPS location of where you are.
The only objection to the mPERS design
model is its size and weight, (that of a Zippo
lighter). It could be to be cumbersome when
worn 24/7, so many wear it part-time which
defeats the purpose of having it.
PERS+ or mPERS
. . . which one is best for you?
Both offer great features and there are some
capabilities you can only get with PERS+
that you can’t with mPERS and vice versa.
Each model has features that give it an
advantage over the other. Your choice may
depend on the assessment of the individual
user and what you want to achieve in respect
to the type of care and safety measures you
want.
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LIVING ALONE’S MOST DANGERIOUS ISSUE
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A major concern with seniors and the elderly is
“found down time”
. . . the time between when a person experiences a medical emergency
. . . and when they are found.
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Good reasons you should
have a medical monitor.
28% of people found down in their homes
are either found dead or die in the hospital.
Two-thirds of those found after 48 hours died.
Of those who survive, 62% are unable to
return home and remain in a nursing facility.
1 in 4 will fall the first month after coming
home from the hospital.
Two-thirds of those who fall . . . will fall
again within six months.
Of those found within 1 hour only 9% died.
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Immediate HELP can make a difference in an outcome
A study found that patients
utilizing a PERS required 1 day
in a nursing home compared to
13 days for those not.
National Health Institute
TRUE ACCOUNT OF STROKE VICTIM
Advanced emergency room treatments can change a prognosis from devastating
to being released the same day. Stroke victims are a good example of this, but
timing is everything!
Therapy for Ischemic Stroke Treatment must start
within 4.5 hours — and the sooner, the better. Quick
intravenous injection of tissue plasminogen activator
(tPA) treatment improves the chances of survival and
can reduce further complications and disfigurement
associated with stroke victims.
True account of a stroke victim who received the proper treatment and then went home.
While relaxing at home at about 4 PM, Alan Sarangelo, a retired 62-year-old respiratory therapist, feels
the left side of his face growing numb. His wife, a nurse, suspects he may be having a stroke and
immediately called 911.
At 4:25 PM, Mr. Sarangelo is transported to the emergency department (ED) of a Joint Commission
accredited primary stroke center. There, clinicians note his slurred speech, left-sided facial drooping, and
difficulty holding his left arm up for more than a few seconds. His vital signs are blood pressure (BP)
189/112 mm Hg; pulse, 112 beats/minute; respiratory rate (RR), 23 breaths/minute; and oxygen saturation
96% on room air. Mr. Sarangelo's wife tells them he has a history of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and
hyperlipidemia.The emergency staff took appropriate action and Mr. Sarangelo lived another day to talk about it.
For stroke patients who meet certain criteria, thrombolytic therapy to break down blood clots is the
primary treatment option. Tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), the most frequently used thrombolytic, is
a protein that catalyzes the conversion of plasminogen to plasmin, the major enzyme that breaks down
clots. To be eligible for tPA, the patient must reach a certified stroke center as soon as possible after
symptom onset. By some estimates, only 3% to 5% of stroke patients get to the hospital in time to receive tPA.
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COMPLETE EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION AND PERSONAL MONITORING SYSTEM
HOME ALONE CONNECTION PERS
Mobile LiTE is an interconnecting emergency and surveillance system that is both a PERS+ and
a mPERS model combined to give you ALL the best features both PERS offered in one system.
PERS+ for when you’re AT-HOME consists of a base console with a speaker amplifier and cradle
to place and recharge the Mobile LiTE unit when at home. The smart technology add-on
components enhance safety and well-being by functioning as a virtual caregiver that monitors and
reports any missed activities of daily living or medications. It detects falls in addition to always
being on-call if help is needed. The miniature size unnoticeable pendant (approx.size of a quarter)
can be worn 24/7 (while sleeping or in the shower) and NEVER needs charging (maintenance free).
mPERS for when you’re ON-THE-GO and outside the home. Mobile LiTE taken out of it’s
cradle is always ready to go when you are and can be worn around the neck on it’s lanyard or
clipped to a belt loop, purse or just about anything with the swivel clasp and carrying case.
Whether you’re at home, in the yard, or anywhere within the United States, you’re covered in a
360º bubble of protection with the best companion one could have for healthy worry-free aging.
Mobile LiTE Virtual Caregiver Bundle is a personal support system and effective method to
help manage the cost of caregiving for an individual by performing several surveillance functions.
NEW
Everything
is
automatic.
All I have to
do is listen
Mobile LiTE
mPERS safety protection anywhere in the U.S.
for out of home
Fall Detector
Pendant
I’ve located
You at 123 Main St.
The quickest way back
To your hotel is . . .
Activity
Monitor
Betty is
Everything OK?
You seem to have
Missed your
Medication.
PERS+ 360º bubble of protection in the home 24/7
Mobile LiTE
Charging Dock
& Voice Amplifier
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COMPLETE
OVERSIGHT
Medication
Dispenser
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The help button is available in fashionable designs that are unrecognizable
as a medical device and dispells any possible stigma associatied with wearing.
Mobile LiTE
Companion
for ON-THE-GO
National Coverage
All the above featherweight mininature size pendants for AT-HOME are waterproof and NEVER need
charging. It is recommended to be worn 24/7, and when ON-THE-GO simply take the Mobile LiTE
Companion with you by attaching the lanyard to wear over the neck. You can also attach the swivel clasp and
attach to a purse, belt loop, or just about anything. It also comes with it’s own leather case.
Living alone doesn't mean you have to be completely on your own!
Personal Emergency Response Systems
We keep an eye on our clients!
We've rescued countless men and women
from age related incidents while alone.
✔ 100% Waterproof
✔ Fall Detection
✔ Activity Monitoring
✔ Welfare Checks
for Alzheimer’s /Wandering
Call 1-888-560-2262 and try ANY of our
NEW emergency alert products for 30-days at no cost or obligation.
This gives us the opportunity to fully demonstrate the features of having a personal
monitoring device . . . and you some time to get familiar with our services.
After the FREE 30-day trial period you can decide to keep our
service simply by opening an account (3-min. enrollment)
or
We will pick the equipment. No questions asked!
A Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist will provide instruction and service.
✔ Medication Compliance
✔ GPS Tracking Service
✔ Geo-fencing Alert
30-day trial is a limited time offer and valid only while promotion last.
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LIVING IN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY
– REMAINING IN YOUR OWN HOME
HOME ALONE CONCEPT TO LIVING INDEPENDENTLY
Assisted Living Features
cost
Living At Home Benefits
Mobile LiTE Virtual Caregiver Bundle
Our clients and their family, friends and caregivers have
peace of mind knowing that we are keeping a watchful eye 24/7.
Monitoring Station
COMPARISON
Family Caregiver
Ambulance
Adjustment and a sense of belonging
can be difficult for many of the elderly.
Senior Housing is not for every one!
Typical Assisted Living Care
Services are:
Assistance with ADL using the
Home Alone Connection concept.
Single or double room (bed, chair, table)
Emergency alert (pull cord on wall)
Assistive devices (grab bars, etc.)
Meals (community hall / cafeteria style)
Medication compliance (monitored)
Housekeeping (cleaning, laundry, etc.)
Assistance with ADL (personal aide)
Bathing • Dressing • Grooming
Single house/apt. (your own furniture)
Monitoring (Virtual Caregiver Bundle)
Assistive devices (bathroom grab bars)
Meals (delivered or made fresh)
Medication compliance (monitored)
Housekeeping (cleaning, laundry, etc.)
Assistance with ADL (personal aide)
Bathing • Dressing • Grooming
Medical
Alert
Fall
Detection
In-home
Care Aide
Housekeeping,
Cleaning, Laundry
Assisted Living Facility Cost
$3,500.00 to $6,000.00/month
Assisted Living Facility Cost
$1,847.00 to $3,017.95/month
Activity
Monitoring
Assistance
with ADL
Assisted living cost will vary depending on
personal services provided to the individual
residential accommodation services. There
are 3 levels of care that are priced accordingly.
An individual can live independently
requiring no special services, or may require
access to special care and medical services
customized to specific needs. Assisted Living
Facilities range nationally from $1,865.00
to $6,913.00. Although you can pay as
much as $10,000.00 a month for some
luxury facilities
Home Care Aide $25.00 to $30.00/hr.
4 hour shift – 3 days/wk.: . . $1,320.00
Groceries: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$200.00
Meals On Wheels: . . . . . . . . . $108.00
Virtual Caregiver Bundle . . . . .$34.95
Mortgage, Rent, Taxes: . . . . $1,200.00
Misc., Hair Salon, etc.:. . . . . . $150.00
Monthly expenses includes Meals On Wheels
delivery 3days a week and fresh prepared
by aide 4days. Typical fixed mortgage rates
set decades ago are low or paid off.
Medication
Compliance
Intrusion
Protection
Mobile LiTE
Virtual Caregiver Bundle
provides
360º Bubble of Protection
Meal Preparation
Misc. Expenses
Home Alone Concept
Household Assistance
provides
Nice, Comfortable Living
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SENIOR RESOURCES
SENIOR RESOURCES
GERIATRIC PHYSICIAN
SUB-SPECIALITIES
Older adults have become the dominant
patient base of many practitioners, which
is reshaping the specialization of geriatrics
within the field of medicine. The following
board certified medical sub-specialities
practice state-of-the-art competencies that
deal with the scientific study of diseases,
debilities, and care of aged persons.
CARDIOLOGIST
Member: American College of Cardiologist
Geriatric Cardiology Leadership Council
Joathan Hart, M.D. • 949-686-3535
www.heartdoctorsinc.com
DERMATOLOGIST
Aging conditions of the skin, hair and nails.
Skin cancers, Psoriatic,Rosacea - treatments.
Leonard Skinard, M.D. • 949-686-3535
www.fixthosenails.com
INTERNIST / GERIATRIC
An area of specialization within the field of
medicine that deals with the scientific study
of diseases, debilities, and care of aged persons.
Jeffrey Oldman M.D. F.A.C.C
(949) 955-9000 – www.oldtimers.com
OPHTHALMOLOGIST
Comprehensive eye exams and treatment
Cataracts – Implants – Laser – Glaucoma
OC Eye Group • 949-686-3535
www.oceyegroup.com
PHYSIATRIST / GERIATRIC
American Association Geriatric Physchiatry
member – 20 yrs. experience – Assessments
Treatment – Accepts most health insurance.
Janet Freedom. • 949-686-3535
www.freesprithealthclinic.com
DENTAL
MOBILE GENERAL DENTISTRY
Total Care – Tooth Extractions – Fillings
In-House Dental Care • 949-686-3535
www.dentistryonwheels.com
MOBILE DENTAL HYGIENE
Total dental hygiene services in your home
Cleaning – oral cancer screening – dry mouth
Kathy Musher, BSDH • 949-686-3535
www.feelgoodmedicalclinic.com
PROSTHODONTIST
Treatment of Gum Disease and Placement
of Dental Implants
Barbara Martin, D.D.S. • 949-686-3535
www.prosthodonistocdental.com
DENTURE CARE
New Dentures – Repairs – In-office Relines
Emergency svc. – FREE pickup and delivery
OC Dental Lab • 949-686-3535
www.ocdental lab.com
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
AUDIOLOGIST
Audiologist – Hearing Evaluation – Treatment
Michael Snodgrass • 949-686-3535
www.snodgrasshearing and speechclinic.com
CHIROPRACTOR
Pain management for neck, shoulder, arm,
lower back, painful joints. Loss of sleep.
John Feelgood, D.C. • 949-686-3535
www.feelgoodmedicalclinic.com
OPTOMETRIST
Comprehensive Eye Exams – Eye Wear
Kevin Keenan, O.D. • 949-686-3535
www.foureyefixit.com
PODIATRIST
Heel Pain • IngrownnNails • Bunions • Warts
Fractures • Fungal Nail Cure • Orthotics
John T. Boot, D.P.M. • 949-686-3535
SKILLED NURSING
RN’s –LPN’s–HHA’s–PCA’s – Companions
Fountain Rehabilitation • 949-686-3535
www.fountainrehabilitation.com
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
ATTORNEY - ELDERCARE
Wills – Trust– Estate Planning – Elder Law
John Tobin ESQ. • 949-686-3535
www.thelawclinic.com
GERIATRIC CARE MANAGER
Client assessment – Individualized plans
Leslie Smyth, CGCM • 949-686-3535
www.eldertakers.com
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Annuities • CD’S • Estate Planning
Barry Smith • 949-686-3535
www.planningforthefuture.com
CREMATION SOCIETY
Simple cremation and burial alternatives
Cremation Society OC • 949-686-3535
www.cremationsociety.com
HEALTH INSURANCE
The only plan in OC that puts all your
Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits together.
CalOptima • 1-800-960-9070 TDD/TTY
1-800-735-2929 • www.caloptima.org
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
Scooters – Wheelchairs – Walkers – Canes
Hospital Beds • Bath Safety Aids • Commodes
ACME DME • 949-686-3535
www.dmeequipmentandsupplies.com
PHARMACY
Compounding – Equip.& Supplies – Delivery
Laguna Hills Pharmacy, • 949-686-3535
www.independentpharmacy.com
SENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST
Exclusively serving seniors in Laguna Woods
and surrounding communities for over 20 yrs.
John Goodman, SRES • 949-686-3535
www.goodman realestateservices.com
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REVERSE MORTGAGE
Pay off mortgage /credit cards / debts
Home ownership stays in your name.
Cascade Bank • 949-876-2653
www.cascadebank.com
HOME CARE – NON-MEDICAL
Adult Care • Sitters • Homemakers • Aides
ABC Homecare Services • 949-686-3535
www.ABC Homecareservices.com
Housekeeping • Homemakers • Companions
Helping Hands • 949-686-3535
www.helpinghands.com
REMAINING AT HOME SERVICES
HAIRCUTS AT HOME
Shampoo & scalp massage, perms, colour.
Men’s cuts, beard trimming & grooming.
(000) 000-0000 • www.
HOUSE CLEANING
General Cleaning/Weekly/bi-weekly/ Monthly
AAA House Cleaners, • 949-686-3535
www.housecleaners.com
TAXI SERVICE
Available 24 hours. • Senior’s discount.
Yellow Cab • 949-800-8000
www.yellowcaboc.com
FOOD DELIVERY
FRESHLY PREPARED MEAL PLANS
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner – Speciality
menus include gluten-free, low-sodium,
heart-healthy, or diabetic-friendly meals.
Granny’s Home Cooking • 800-686-3535
www.grannyshomecooking.com
RESTAURANT TAKE-OUT DELIVERY
Fine Dinning • Bar & Grills • Fast Food
Speedy Delivery • 800-686-3535
www.speedydeliveryservice.com
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FALL STATISTICS
FALL PREVENTION CHECKLIST
FALL PREVENTION
Falls are very serious for older adults.
More than one-third of people age 65
years and older fall each year. Many of
these falls can seriously injure a person and
can lead to tragic loss of an older person's
independence and mobility.
Falls are the leading cause of injury and
injury-related death among older adults.
You're more likely to fall as you get older
because of common, age-related physical
changes and medical conditions. Most falls
occur at home and most fractures result
from a fall at home by one half.
Falls are often due to hazards that are easy
to overlook but easy to fix. This checklist
will help you find and fix those hazards in
your home. Simple modifications to the
interior of your home can cut your risk of
falling.
The checklist asks about hazards found in
each room of your home. For each hazard,
the checklist tells you how to fix the problem
and where necessary, install safety devices.
WHERE PEOPLE FALL
13% Outside
But Near the House
12% Away
From the House
75% Inside the House
LEVELS OF RISK
Older adults experience a broad range of
impairments, from normal age-related
changes to multiple comorbidities. The level
of risk can categorized from low to high.
•Low risk: Healthy and active individuals
who experience common age-related
impairments (e.g., vision, balance, and
muscle weakness).
•Moderate risk: Older adults with age
related body structure and function changes
or chronic disease problems such as stroke
and arthritis that limit their abilities.
•High risk: Older adults who experience
age related body structure and function
changes, have chronic diseases including
cognitive deficits, use multiple medications,
and have experienced at least several prior
falls or recent injurious falls.
Individuals who are at moderate or high
level of fall risk would benefit from having
assistive devices such as grab bar installed.
THE CAUSES OF FALLING
•Intrinsic – due to impairments in body
structures and functions with resulting
limitations such as muscle weakness, gait
deficit, balance deficit and vision deficit.
•Behavioral – due to an individual’s
performance behaviors and strategies i.e.,
risk-taking behavior, rushing to leave the
house, neglecting preventative action, and
wardrobe choices.
•Extrinsic – due to external or
environmental factors that include trip
hazards, slippery surfaces, items out of
reach, poor visual environment, and lack
of supportive features.
By understanding the risk factors for an
individual who falls, measures can be taken
to reduce and prevent falling. As there are
multiple risk factors, fall prevention is most
successful as a multi-factorial program of
interventions.
A fall prevention program includes these
three components:
•Medical Risk Assessment – identifying
and treating underlying medical problems
that might lead to falls.
•Medication Compliance – reviewing
medications to identify those that might
contribute to falls.
•Physical Activity and Mobility –
engaging in regular activities has the effect
of exercising and improves balance, gait
and strength related to reducing fall risk.
FALL PREVENTION TIPS
Many accidents can be prevented by
changes in furniture arrangements and
housekeeping. Lighting can greatly reduce
your risk of an accident. As part of your
fall prevention measures, take a look
around you — your living room, kitchen,
bedroom, bathroom, hallways and stair
-ways may be filled with booby traps.
Clutter can get in your way, but so can the
decorative accents you add to your home.
If you have throw rugs scattered around
do what the name implies – throw them out!
REMOVE HOME HAZARDS
FLOORS – look at all the floors.
Q: When you walk through a room, do
you have to walk around furniture?
Move furniture so all walk ways are a
clear path.
Q: Are there throw rugs on the floor?
Remove the rugs or use double-sided
tape or a non-slip backing so the rugs
won’t slip.
Use nonskid floor wax.
Q: Are there papers, books, towels, shoes,
magazines, boxes, blankets, or other
objects on the floor (clutter)?
Pick up things that are on the floor.
Always keep objects off the floor.
Q: Do you have to walk over or around
wires or cords (like lamp, telephone, or
extension cords)?
Coil or tape cords and wires next to
the wall so they can’t be tripped over. If
needed.
STAIRS AND STEPS – look at the
stairs and steps both inside and outside
your home.
Q: Are there papers, shoes, books, or
other objects on the stairs?
Pick up things on the stairs. Always
keep objects off stairs.
Q: Are some steps broken or uneven?
Repair loose, wooden step boards and
carpeting right away.
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FALL PREVENTION CHECKLIST
FALL PREVENTION CHECKLIST
Q: Are your steps carpeted?
Make sure the carpet is firmly
attached to every step, or remove the
carpet that is (10 mm, 3/8 inch thick or
more) and attach non-slip rubber treads
to the stairs.
Q: Are step treads loose or torn?
Fix tread coverings securely; coverings
must be tight against the nosing. Put
nonslip treads on each bare-wood step.
Q: Are your step nosings distinctly
visible? Mark nosing permanently (not
with tape) if they are not distinctly
visible. Note that a painted stripe even
works very well, and looks good on
carpet.
Q: Are you missing a light over the
stairway?
Have an electrician put in an over
head light at the top and bottom of the
stairs.
Q: Do you have only one light switch for
your stairs. You should have a switch at
the top and bottom of the stairs.
Have an electrician put in a light
switch at the top and bottom of the
stairs.
HANDRAILS – all steps should
have handrails.
Q: Are there handrails on the stairs?
There should be handrails on both
sides of the stairs and be sure to use
them. Check to see that handrails are
not loose and secure to walls and posts.
weight on the handrail without the
handrail moving.
KITCHEN – look at your kitchen and
eating area.
Q: Are the things you use often on high
shelves?
Move items in your cabinets. Keep things
you use often on the lower shelves (about
waist level).
Q: Do you use a step stool and is it
steady unsteady?
If you must use a step stool, get one with
a bar to hold on to. Never use a chair as a
step stool.
Q: Is floor clear of throw rugs?
Remove rugs. Use nonskid floor wax.
EASY TIP TO REMEMBER
Get up slowly after you sit or lie
down. Wear shoes both inside and
outside the house. Avoid going
barefoot or wearing slippers.
Improve the lighting in your home
by putting in brighter LED bulbs to
have uniform lighting throughout.
LIVING AREA – light up your living
space.
As you get older, less light reaches the
back of your eyes where you sense color
and motion. So keep your home brightly
lit with 100-watt bulbs or higher to avoid
tripping on objects that are hard to see.
Don't use bulbs that exceed the wattage
rating on lamps and lighting fixtures.
This can present a fire hazard.
Arrange furniture to create clear pathways
between rooms. Do not sit in a chair or on
a sofa that is so low it is diffcult to stand up.
Make light switches more easily accessible
in rooms. Make a clear path to the switch
if it isn't right near the room entrance.
Consider installing glow-in-the-dark or
illuminated switches. Place night lights
in your bedroom, bathroom and hallways.
Turn on the lights before going up or
down stairs. This might require installing
switches at the top and bottom of stairs.
Store flashlights in easy-to-find places in
case of power outages.
BEDROOMS–look at all your
bedrooms.
Q: Is the light near the bed hard to
reach?
Place a lamp close to the bed where it’s
easy to reach.
Q: Is the path from your bed to the
bathroom dark? Put in a nightlight so
you can see where you’re walking. Some
nightlights go on by themselves after
dark.
Keep a telephone near your bed. Sleep
on a bed that is easy to get into and out of
easily.
BATHROOMS – look at all your
bathrooms.
Q: Is the tub or shower floor slippery?
Put a non-slip rubber mat or self-stick
strips on the floor of the tub or shower.
Place a slip-resistant rug adjacent to the
bathtub for safe exit and entry.
Q: Do you need some support when
you get in and out of the tub or up from
the toilet?
Mount a liquid soap dispenser on the
bathtub/shower wall.
Use a sturdy, plastic seat in the bathtub
if you are unsteady or if you cannot lower
yourself to the floor of the tub.
Stabilize yourself on the toilet by using
either a raised seat or a special toilet seat
with armrests.
Have a qualified installer put grab bars
inside the tub and next to the toilet.
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I prefer NOT to live in a room
at a retirement facility.
I love living in the surroundings
of my own home and community.
Independent living doesn’t mean you
have to be completely on your own.
Home Alone Connection provides the safety and
security to preserve my independence with the peace
of mind knowing assistance is always there.
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