Video from the original cable TV production
Starting from activities & short interviews at a senior center we went on to a number of sessions at a nursing home before ending with additional healthcare and legal professionals. A brief apology for the video format is in order. OlderOnes was one of my first video productions. I relied on standard definition camera equipment supplied by the media center and was in my early stages of learning the craft and technology of video production.
Senior Center Activities
Learning about activities at the senior center and enjoying some entertainment with the older ones involved. A few of them took a break from having fun to share their thoughts on growing old.
Honey Creek Activities For Residents
More entertainment started off our visit to Honey Creek Health & Rehabilitation. A variety of activities help residents stay active and socialize.
Importance of Pre-planning for Long Term or Rehabilitative Care
The admissions process involves consideration of care requirements and financial needs. Pre-planning helps the decision maker to make the best choices for placement.
Social Service Support for Elder Care
Social services aids getting residents and their family comfortable with the nursing home environment and then helping find the appropriate resources when transitioning back to the home environment.
Rehabilitation At Nursing Homes
Rehabilitation specialists help residents achieve the highest level of independence, both at the facility and when released back to the home environment. A combination of exercises for body and mind as well as special devices may be involved.
How to Choose A Nursing Home
The decision that nursing care is needed often develops suddenly. Choice of facility depends on the level of care needed. Factors such as cleanliness, quality of food, availability of activities, and friendliness of residents and staff are also important considerations.
Memory Loss Concerns on Aging
Forgetfulness is not a normal part of aging. Detection, treatment, and ways to help prevent Alzheimers and dementia are available.
Elder Law Issues to Address
Advance directives for medical care and estate planning should be taken care of while a person is still able to make the necessary decisions.
Program Summary and Dedication
A thank you to all involved in this production, especially those individuals engaged in elder care. The dedication that follows is to my own Mother whose circumstances led me to become involved with most of these professionals.