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.

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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

November 19, 2020

The Holidays, COVID-19, and Caregiving

Age brings wisdom and experience, but it also brings inevitable feelings of loss. Holidays, in general, can be difficult for many older folks and their caregivers. Memories from the past, changes in routine and the challenges and stressors we currently face can create sadness and disappointment. Caregivers are overwhelmed trying to maintain holiday traditions while ensuring their older loved ones' care and safety. Finding the balance between traditions and the reality of what this holiday season will look like is a challenge.

October 01, 2020

Know the Warning Signs

It is difficult for someone to admit they need help, and to accept that help as they age. As a family member, it can be challenging for you to know when, and how, to step in and become more involved in your loved one’s care. Oftentimes, it falls on the family to recognize the signs that an aging loved one needs assistance. When you notice your loved one struggling, recognize that they possibly could benefit from more support. This is the time to think differently about your relationship with that person.

September 01, 2020

Five Ways to Find Joy as a Caregiver

Finding joy is not always easy when you are responsible for the care, safety and finances of an older loved one. Now, add in a global pandemic, civil unrest, wildfires and hurricanes. Truly, it can be a real challenge to find joy.

August 01, 2020

Signs and Symptoms of Caregiver Depression

Caring for an aging loved one can be demanding, and COVID-19 has added a whole new level of stress and anxiety for caregivers. Caregivers worry. They worry about their family’s health, the health of their older loved ones and their own health. They worry about how to keep everyone safe and what the future may hold. All this worry can create fear, hopelessness, anger, resentment and helplessness – and if left unaddressed, can lead to depression. Caregiver depression

Upcoming events

May

29

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

Jun

18

Elder caregivers support group

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Past events

May

20

Elder care workshop on staying active - ages and stages

Apr

1

Elder care workshop on a walk through dementia

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