If you wish to limit treatment options, have a high-risk chronic health condition or might choose to die at home, you should work now with your health care provider to complete a POLST form. Call the clinic to set up a phone or video appointment.
Do you want help thinking about end-of-life, your legacy, or what you would want to resolve or say to your loved ones while it is easier to do so? Talk to your minister or call Care Partners to connect with one of the trained End of Life Doulas. Thank you! These efforts will relieve your mind and ease decision-making for your family and health care staff.
Help with Spring & Summer Chores
We are hopeful that Care Partners Chore Volunteers can still get out and help seniors with clean-up around their yard and garden in June and July. If you’d like to help as a volunteer click here or give us a call. If you are a senior who could use help, click here or give us a call at 387-3788.
Making & Receiving Deliveries
Thank you to everyone for looking out for your friends and neighbors and bringing them the supplies they need! There’s lots of conflicting information out there with COVID-19 about how to avoid infection. But here are a few basic tips to keep in mind.
- Keep the number of trips to someone’s home down by delivering as much as possible at once.
- Call the person ahead of time so they know when to expect the delivery.
- Drop off the items with minimum contact. Leave items left on the door step or between doors. (wipe off handle,) ring the doorbell, and then step back at least six feet.
- Do not go into the home if it can be avoided.
- If they do need help, make it quick and keep the 6 foot distance.
- Wash hands or use sanitizer before, during and after delivery and avoid touching your face.
If you are receiving a delivery, it is good to take some precautions. Wash your hands and work surface before and after putting groceries or supplies away. Dispose of the delivery bags or boxes. Remember to wash produce. If you want to be extra careful, disinfect hard containers or let items sit somewhere out of the way for three days before you unpack them.
Complete the Census!
A significant amount of federal dollars & programs for Cook County are based on census data.
Visit: https://my2020census.gov/ OR call #844-330-2020
A Mindful Approach to Dementia Care
The mindfulness course with Michelle Barclay was reframed into a one-day workshop. Twenty participants practiced simple ways to provide care with awareness, connection and compassion. Here’s a simple practice to begin a task with someone with dementia in a way that provides connection and empowerment. It may even save you time by creating better cooperation.
Sitting With
When the person is sitting or lying down, take the time to sit with the person first, before asking them to do anything:
“May I sit with you?”- Wait for response
- Sit, breathe, and observe
- Connect
- Proceed with task
Our 1st Memory Café!
Nine guests braved the cold to enjoy conversation, laughter, goodies and a fun watercolor project. Thanks to all who came, our wonderful café volunteers, and the Hub/Senior Center.
Stay tuned for news of when we can reopen the Memory Cafe either in person or virtually. For information call Christie at 387-3788.
Making Warm Connections over the Telephone
Connecting over the phone with friends, family and neighbors is vitally important at this time. But let's face it...reaching out by phone can also feel awkward. Care Partners Executive Director Kay Grindland offers her practical wisdom for "Making Warm Connections Over the Telephone." Click here.