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Lewy body dementia affected actor Robin Williams, according to latest news surrounding his death. Williams died in August of 2014. This disease affects deposits of protein in the brain causing potential hallucinations. It often affects patients with Parkinson’s disease and it is suggested that the medicines needed for Parkinson’s may negatively affect the Lewy body…
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Last week’s Hurley Elder Care Law blog explored palliative care services. This week we dig into hospice care and some of the differences between these often-confused services. Who is appropriate for hospice services? Hospice care is specifically designed for individuals who are nearing the end of life, typically with a prognosis of six months or…
Read More In the United States, death at home in the care of family is a thing of the past. Today there is an institutional, professional, and technological process of dying. Healthcare providers, regardless of their special areas of expertise, must be equipped to counsel patients and their families. This CE will examine how we approach dying…
Read More Unique challenges exist at the intersection of ethical decision-making and geriatric care. Even though we have clear ethical principles, the messy realities of patients and families often leave helping professionals questioning the best course of action. Are there times when you should advocate for the family caregiver instead of the patient? Is it sometimes okay…
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Hospice and palliative care are both specialized types of care designed to provide comfort and support to individuals facing serious illnesses, but they serve distinct purposes and are structured differently in terms of services and payment. Today’s blog will concentrate on palliative care which is a holistic approach that focuses on relieving symptoms, pain, and…
Read More ***This Event Is Full*** Please email rsvp@hurleyeclaw.com to be added to the waitlist. Are you a caregiver for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s? Are you struggling with challenging behaviors from your loved one? Would you like to learn more about dementia and how it impacts thinking and functioning? If you answered ‘yes’,…
Read More Unique challenges exist at the intersection of ethical decision-making and geriatric care. Even though we have clear ethical principles, the messy realities of patients and families often leave helping professionals questioning the best course of action. Are there times when you should advocate for the family caregiver instead of the patient? Is it sometimes okay…
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Last month ACAP North Atlanta hosted a panel of experts for their March program, “My loved one is being discharged from the hospital already? Now what?”. The crowd of caregivers received answers to many questions that helped demystify the hospital discharge process. Understanding this valuable information can make the hospital discharge process less stressful for…
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In an era where technology has facilitated unprecedented connectivity and convenience, it has also opened avenues for exploitation. Last week’s Hurley Elder Care Law blog shared some popular scams as well as advice on how you can stay protected. This week we will examine the rising threat of social security scams. These scams prey on…
Read More In the United States, death at home in the care of family is a thing of the past. Today there is an institutional, professional, and technological process of dying. Healthcare providers, regardless of their special areas of expertise, must be equipped to counsel patients and their families. This CE will examine how we approach dying…
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