by Irish Referral Agency | Sep 10, 2021 | News
When a loved one dies, we look for ways to honor them. So too, we want to give those left behind ways to say goodbye. Customarily, society has turned to funeral services that are based on religious or cultural traditions to commemorate one’s passing. But, times...
by Irish Referral Agency | Aug 30, 2021 | News
For those seniors who are dental-resistant, the information in this article may motivate reconsideration of those check-ups. Those in the 65+ age category face a higher risk for both dementia and gum disease. And now we know they can be linked. Recent research has...
by Irish Referral Agency | Aug 20, 2021 | News
It is all too common that people think that they can put off creating a will until “later”. As recent events have shown, things happen we cannot anticipate. The advent of COVID-19 put many families in a situation they never anticipated – the sudden demise of a...
by Irish Referral Agency | Aug 10, 2021 | News
Stories about Covid infections in nursing facilities are all too common. This has expanded the feeling among families (88%) that they would rather find a way to care for relatives in their own homes instead of moving them into a facility. The deaths of nearly...
by Irish Referral Agency | Jul 30, 2021 | News
Seniors generally take one of two approaches to doctor’s appointments. They either talk too much or say too little. If you are a caregiver for a senior, you can greatly help with the usefulness of the appointment if you act as a coach. For those who like to share...
by Irish Referral Agency | Jul 20, 2021 | News
Let’s not bury the lead. No stroke is good. TIA’s however, when discovered and treated quickly, can help prevent a major stroke. In fact, doctors estimate that up to 15 percent of people will have a major stroke within three months of experiencing a mini stroke....
by Irish Referral Agency | Jul 10, 2021 | News
The living will is one form of Advance Directive that speaks for you when you cannot. They are generally written, although oral directives, properly witnessed, are legal, too. They are important should you or a loved-one become incapable of conveying your wishes due...
by Irish Referral Agency | Jun 30, 2021 | News
While informed consent policies require health care professionals to make sure that patients or those who are acting on their behalf are comfortable with the suggested course of care. Making medical decisions is a challenging process that entails a thorough assessment...
by Irish Referral Agency | Jun 20, 2021 | News
Deciding whom should serve as the Executor of your estate is not a decision to be taken lightly. The person you name will have an impact on your life and family’s future. Making a cavalier decision about this decision could have a negative outcome later. What Does...
by Irish Referral Agency | Jun 10, 2021 | News
As we age, the loss of family and friends to death occurs with greater frequency. Knowing what to say – or what not to say – requires skillful communication. In this article, we deal mainly with the things people commonly say, but shouldn’t. Speaking to a member of...
