Consult with our elder care specialist

Are you caring for an aging loved one?

You’re not alone in balancing work and caregiving, whether now or in the future.

At some point, many of us care for our aging parents, relatives or other loved ones. We’re here to help support your work-life needs in this area if you’re already caregiving or wondering if and how you’re needed as a caregiver.

As you navigate your way through issues involved in caring for an elderly loved one, our elder care specialist offers support and time-saving resources. All consultations are confidential.

1 in 5

WORKING ADULTS IN THE U.S. ARE CAREGIVERS

Get help understanding when and how to support

Signs your elderly loved one may need your care:

Forgetfulness (missed appointments and medications)
Unpaid bills, bounced checks or late payment notices
Hesitation or confusion with completing routine, once-familiar daily tasks
Temperament or mood changes
Hygiene issues (disheveled clothing, unkempt appearance and body odor)
Weight changes and difficulty preparing meals
Unusually cluttered, unkempt and/or disorganized home
Loss of interest in activities they once enjoyed
Unexplained bruising or injuries
Unexplained dents or damage to the car

Let our expertise save you time and support you as a caregiver

Call or email our elder care specialist, Hazel Teichen.
Email hazel.teichen@uky.edu or call (859) 218-9171.

News

April 30, 2021

Moving Forward with Gratitude

It’s been just a little over one year since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, when our world was upended. All the uncertainty, fear, ambiguity and change in our daily lives has taken a toll on our emotional, mental and physical well-being. It created a year we will never forget. Caregiving can be stressful and challenging at any time. Now add in the pandemic, which has only increased the stress and challenges that caregivers face. So how do we move forward?

March 04, 2021

It May Be Time to Give Up the Keys

Just because you are a senior does not mean you need to stop driving, but it does mean you need to take extra precautions due to the natural changes in our physical and cognitive abilities.

February 03, 2021

Life Beyond Your Caregiving Role

“I matter. My life matters. My feelings matter. I am doing powerful, important work for my loved one — but I still matter.” — Cindy Laverty We all want to feel like we have a purpose in life. Some caregivers find their purpose in caregiving, but many do not. Instead, many caregivers accept the caregiver role out of a sense of duty, loyalty and love. Caregiving is not what brings excitement to their lives.

January 13, 2021

10 Tips for Caregivers to Start the Year off Right

“Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.” - Oprah Winfrey The beginning of the year gives us a chance to make a fresh start and think back on what we did well. Take pride in what you accomplished; 2020 was a difficult year! It required more patience, continual commitment and an almost gymnastic-like adaptability. Congratulate yourself on making it through.

Upcoming events

Aug

12

Elder Care workshop on Family Medical Leave basics for parental and elder care leave

Aug

20

Elder caregivers support group

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Past events

May

29

Elder care workshop on flipping the script on aging: Dispelling the myths of ageism

May

20

Elder care workshop on staying active - ages and stages

Elder care

All employees, retirees, spouses, and adult children are eligible to consult with our elder care specialist at no charge. All consultations are confidential.

Contact our office

Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
(859) 218-9171
hazel.teichen@uky.edu