by Chandra McFarlen | Jun 3, 2024 | Caregiver Resources
Abilene Police Department recently announced a program geared towards helping individuals with conditions that may make them more vulnerable to becoming lost or disoriented like Alzheimer’s and dementia. “By creating a comprehensive database, the...
by Chandra McFarlen | Mar 5, 2024 | Careers in Aging
Today we had the opportunity to hear from Pamela McGrew who worked in long-term care facilities for over 20 years. Mrs. McGrew is an ACU alumni who realized early on in her career that she had a passion for working with older adults especially those dealing with...
by Chandra McFarlen | Apr 23, 2020 | Careers in Aging
I had the opportunity to interview my friend Iriel Greenhaw who is a Hospice Volunteer for Careers in Aging Week! She loves her job and has missed the people she works with dearly as she has been sidelined during efforts to reduce the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic....
by Chandra McFarlen | Apr 21, 2020 | Careers in Aging
Gabe Fisher Hospice Chaplain with Hospice of the Big Country kindly took the time to tell us a little bit about what he does for Careers in Aging Week. What do you do as a Hospice Chaplain? My primary role is to provide emotional support, spiritual care, and...
by Chandra McFarlen | Dec 6, 2019 | Caregiver Resources
As people age, they can reach a point when they are no longer physically or mentally able to live independently. And, if you are anything like me, the thought of having a conversation with them about leaving their home probably brings a lot of emotions to the table. I...
