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BE AWARE
News and Tips for Living Well at Home from Aware Senior Care.
Welcome to our monthly selection of resources and inspiration.
This newsletter is designed to help you help your loved ones live well at home.
We aim to connect with the sons, daughters, and family members of loved ones living at home, and to reach out to our valued Circle of Support partners.
At Aware, we’re all in this together.
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WHAT'S NEW WITH AWARE
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Carol Marak
Chief Public Relations Officer
Aging Alone Spokesperson & Advocate
Aware Senior Care featured by SeniorCare.com’s Carol Marak
Aware Senior Care is featured in the monthly e-publication Aging Matters in the article "Closing the Communication Gap."
Communication between generations is a challenge. Just as parents joke that their teens are "speaking a different language," there can be a communication gap when family members speak with the seniors in their lives.
This disconnect can confuse, frustrate, and affect the daily lives of the elderly and those who care for them.
Read the article by Carol with tips from Aware Senior Care.
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Must-Knows for Acing Your Next Senior Caregiver Job Interview on Care.com
Aware Senior Care is featured in this helpful article for caregivers on the job hunt.
If you know of a caregiver looking to find a great job whether privately or an agency, this article provides some great tips and advice when talking to your potential employers.
Read the article to learn how to prepare and understand what agencies and families are looking for in a great caregiver.
OUR CAREGIVERS
How would you rate the impact of the services on your daily life?
Sharon H.
"They offer peace of mind for me, and they have the same person there day to day."
How would you rate your employer's recognition of your accomplishments?
Jeneba T.
"If I go work somewhere and they like the way I work, they will let the company know and then they will send a text message to me. They let me know the client appreciated what I did for them. They will also give me a call. They will send a text message of encouragement, and they have monthly appreciation."
How would you rate the office support staff and the communication you receive from them?
Fatuma A.
"Anytime I need to ask them a question or need help for them they are nice and understanding."
OUR CLIENTS
How would you rate the impact of the services on your daily life?
JoAnne W.
"They offer peace of mind for me, and they have the same person there day to day."
How well were the caregivers matched with your needs and preferences?
Katy K.
"They were personable, caring, and able to communicate with us."
How likely are you to recommend [Aware Senior Care, Wake County, NC] to others if they needed care?
Barbara P.
"They were very quick to come to my house. They knew who I was. It was comforting to know what my situation was."
Reviews (click on the icons below):
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IT TAKES A VILLAGE
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The Aware Senior Care Circle of Support is a village of skilled individuals and organizations that share the common bond of helping people live well in their homes.
This month’s featured partner is Rand Williams, local owner of The Sorin Group, who helps small to mid-size businesses with navigating the complex world of health insurance and employee benefits, while also providing HR technology efficiencies around those programs.
I met Rand a little over two years ago and I was impressed with his personal approach and building an organization that preserves a local, service-intensive client experience tailored to employers of all sizes, with a special focus in serving smaller employers who may not have an HR or benefits division.
We’ve engaged Rand and the Sorin Group to put together our comprehensive benefits for our employees. I’d highly recommend Rand to any small business.
Rand can be contacted at:
• (W) 919-719-5375
• Website: The Sorin Group
He will always be happy to review your current situation at no cost and with no obligations attached.
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COME MEET US
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Events
Personal/Family Centered Approach to Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia Care - Hosted by WakeAHEC
Where: The McKimmon Conference and Training Center, 1101 Gorman St., Raleigh, NC 27606
When: Friday, February 21st, 2020 from 8:45 AM to 4:30 PM
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Share to Care Gala - Hosted by Transitions GuidingLights
Where: The Fairview Raleigh, 1125 Capital Blvd, Raleigh
When: Saturday, February 22nd, 2020 from 7 PM to 11:30 PM
Get your tickets and learn more at sharetocarevent.com
Aware Senior Care is proud to be a Silver Sponsor for this event. Stop by our table and join in the fun at an event benefiting Transitions GuidingLights!
Seminars
How to Prepare for a Visit with Your Doctor
Have you looked forward to talking with your physician and then left feeling frustrated because you forgot to ask your questions?
Do you feel like your physician is not listening or does not understand how you are feeling?
Are you taking so may medications or been give new medications that you have lost track of when to take them and why?
Gina Murray, RN, BSN will provide some useful tools and strategies to prepare you for your visit with your physician and be armed with good questions.
Sponsored by Aware Senior Care.
Gina Murray, RN BSN, Director and Co-Founder of Aware Senior Care
Where: Five Points Center for Active Adults 2000 Noble Rd, Raleigh
When: Wednesday March 4th 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults 1901 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh
When: Monday March 11th 1 :00 PM – 2:00 PM
The public is invited and we encourage you to come!
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FROM THE BLOG
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What is a CNA? How to Become a Certified Nursing Assistant
A Certified Nursing Assistant, or CNA, is an often overlooked but important member of a care team. But, it is also incredibly rewarding and an excellent starting point in a healthcare career.
So, what is a CNA and how do you become one?
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TAKE SOME ACTION
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Recommended Reading: "Overcoming Life's Disappointments"
This month we are encouraging people to take action…and read a book!
CEO of Aware Senior Care, Tim Murray, wrote of his impression of the book, “Overcoming Life’s Disappointments” by Harold Kushner, and the effect that it had on him.
This book can help you understand what it means to live a good life, and the lessons we need to learn to help us do so.
Read Tim’s impressions and find out if this may be a book that resonates with you too!
Harold Kushner, Author of "Overcoming Life's Disappointments"
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