Laytonsville Estate Assisted Living, LLC

02/22/2021

6 Ways to Make Caregiving for Family Members Easier

Many people who are not professional healthcare providers find themselves propelled into the role of caregiver for various reasons. A fall, a health crisis or a growing stack of unpaid bills can all be signs that a loved one needs some extra help. But the “why” of this situation isn’t nearly as important as “what” and “how:”

What help does your loved one need?
How can you help them get it?
Fortunately, there are caregiving support and resources available to help get you started down that path. Here are 6 keys to finding and taking advantage of those resources at http://ow.ly/JvEp50Db44u !

Living Healthy 6 Ways to Make Caregiving for Family Members Easier July 27, 2018 Many people who are not professional healthcare providers find themselves propelled into the role of caregiver for various reasons. A fall, a health crisis or a growing stack of unpaid bills can all be signs that a love...

02/19/2021

What are the symptoms of caregiver burnout?

The symptoms of caregiver burnout are similar to the symptoms of stress and depression. They include:

-Withdrawal from friends, family and other loved ones
-Loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed
-Feeling blue, irritable, hopeless and helpless
-Changes in appetite, weight or both
-Changes in sleep patterns
-Getting sick more often
-Feelings of wanting to hurt yourself or the person for whom you are caring
-Emotional and physical exhaustion
- Irritability

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02/17/2021

What causes caregiver burnout?

Caregivers often are so busy caring for others that they tend to neglect their own emotional, physical and spiritual health. The demands on a caregiver's body, mind and emotions can easily seem overwhelming, leading to fatigue, hopelessness and ultimately burnout.

Other factors that can lead to caregiver burnout include:

Role confusion: Many people are confused when thrust into the role of caregiver. It can be difficult for a person to separate her role as caregiver from her role as spouse, lover, child, friend or another close relationship.

Unrealistic expectations: Many caregivers expect their involvement to have a positive effect on the health and happiness of the patient. This may be unrealistic for patients suffering from a progressive disease, such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer's.

Lack of control: Many caregivers become frustrated by a lack of money, resources and skills to effectively plan, manage and organize their loved one's care.

Unreasonable demands: Some caregivers place unreasonable burdens upon themselves, in part because they see providing care as their exclusive responsibility. Some family members such as siblings, adult children or the patient himself/herself may place unreasonable demands on the caregiver. They also may disregard their own responsibilities and place burdens on the person identified as primary caregiver.

Other factors: Many caregivers cannot recognize when they are suffering burnout and eventually get to the point where they cannot function effectively. They may even become sick themselves.

Source: Cleveland Clinic

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02/15/2021

What is caregiver burnout?

Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, emotional and mental exhaustion. It may be accompanied by a change in attitude, from positive and caring to negative and unconcerned. Burnout can occur when caregivers don't get the help they need, or if they try to do more than they are able, physically or financially.

Many caregivers also feel guilty if they spend time on themselves rather than on their ill or elderly loved ones. Caregivers who are "burned out" may experience fatigue, stress, anxiety and depression.

Source: Cleveland Clinic

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02/12/2021

What is Memory Care?
According to AARP, "Memory care is a form of senior living that provides intensive, specialized care for people with memory issues. Many assisted living facilities and nursing homes have created special memory care units for dementia patients. There are also stand-alone memory care facilities."

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Thinking about Memory Care for Mom and Dad?
The Estates at Laytonsville’s memory-care program provides full 24-hour staffing. Our specially trained staff customizes activities and care to meet the unique needs of each individual experiencing memory loss. Our memory care is designed to relieve residents of the daily concerns that impede a happy contented life. If you or a loved one require memory care, please schedule a virtual or physical tour.

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We are a family-owned and operated assisted living community in Laytonsville, Maryland. Established among lovely residential homes, we offer genuinely compassionate and individualized care that places clients and their wellbeing first.

02/08/2021

Budgeting during COVID is tough for most families. When you bring Mom and Dad for a tour, let's chat costs and finances to ease those nerves, shall we?

Ask about costs and finances
- Is a contractual agreement available that discloses health care and supportive services, all fees, as well as admission and discharge provisions? What are the policies for refunds and transfers?
- What are your billing and payment policies?
- Are all services included in the monthly fee? If not, what services are not covered and how much extra do they cost?
- Are there any government, private, or corporate programs available to help cover the cost of services to the resident?

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Source: A Place For Mom

We are a family-owned and operated assisted living community in Laytonsville, Maryland. Established among lovely residential homes, we offer genuinely compassionate and individualized care that places clients and their wellbeing first.

02/05/2021

Mom and Dad's health means the world to us. When you schedule a tour with us feel free to ask us about Mom and Dad's care.

Ask about
- Do you perform or require an initial physical or health assessment before admission, followed by a written plan of care for each resident? If so, how often is it updated?
- Is there a process for assessing a potential resident’s need for services, and are those needs addressed periodically? If so, does this process include the resident, his or her family, and facility staff, along with the resident’s physician?
- What is your medication management policy? Is the self-administration of allowed?
- Are services such as hospice and physical therapy available within the facility? If so, is there an additional charge?
- Who coordinates home health care visits from a nurse, doctors, physical therapists, etc., if needed?
- Is there a clear procedure for responding to a resident’s medical emergency?
- Is transportation offered to for doctor’s appointments? If so, is the transportation wheelchair/disabled-friendly? Is there a fee?
- Are incontinence included in the price? If not, what is the cost?

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Source: A Place For Mom

We are a family-owned and operated assisted living community in Laytonsville, Maryland. Established among lovely residential homes, we offer genuinely compassionate and individualized care that places clients and their wellbeing first.

02/03/2021

Thinking About Moving Mom and Dad? Here are some questions to ask Assisted Living Facilities while you are on your search! Feel free to ask us these questions as well!

Ask about activities

1. What types of activities are available to residents? How often do they occur?
2. Is there a posted schedule of events?
3. Are residents actively encouraged to participate in activities and events?
4. Do residents often interact with the surrounding community?
5. Do residents go on regular outings or do volunteers come into the community?
6. Is there any live entertainment provided? If so, what kind, and how often?
7. Can residents arrange for transportation on fairly short notice?

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Source: A Place For Mom

We are a family-owned and operated assisted living community in Laytonsville, Maryland. Established among lovely residential homes, we offer genuinely compassionate and individualized care that places clients and their wellbeing first.

02/01/2021

Questions to ask Assisted Living Facilities

It’s important to be prepared when calling and touring assisted living facilities. Defining your criteria will give you a better understanding of how the community can meet your loved ones’ care needs. Start by creating a list of questions for your initial conversation and community tour.

Here are a few of the best questions to ask assisted living facilities:

Ask about food
1. How many meals are provided per day?
2. Does the menu change daily?
3. Can meals be tailored to a resident’s specific dietary needs, restrictions, or special requests?
4. Is the food prepared daily?
5. Are there set times for meals?
6. Are residents permitted to keep food in their apartments?
7. Are there any dishes that are especially popular with residents? 8. Can you sample them on the tour?
9. Can meals be prepared for specific holidays, birthdays, or other special occasions?

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Source: A Place For Mom

We are a family-owned and operated assisted living community in Laytonsville, Maryland. Established among lovely residential homes, we offer genuinely compassionate and individualized care that places clients and their wellbeing first.

01/29/2021

Questions to

It’s important to be prepared when calling and touring assisted living facilities. Defining your criteria will give you a better understanding of how the community can meet your loved ones’ care needs. Start by creating a list of questions for your initial conversation and community tour.

Here are a few of the best questions to ask assisted living facilities:
1. Ask about
2. What is your staff-to-resident ratio?
3. What kind of experience and training does your staff have?
How many staff members are on duty overnight and during the day?
4. What is the staff turnover rate?
5. Can staff members administer medications?
6. Do you have a registered nurse, licensed vocational nurse, or certified nursing assistant on staff 24/7?
7. Are staff available to meet the residents’ scheduled and unscheduled medical needs? If not, are they able to contact a nearby doctor, nurse, or other licensed health-care professionals in the event of an emergency?
8. Is staff available to provide 24-hour assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) if needed? ADLs include dressing, eating, mobility, hygiene and grooming, bathing, toileting, using the telephone, shopping, and laundry.

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Source: A Place For Mom

We are a family-owned and operated assisted living community in Laytonsville, Maryland. Established among lovely residential homes, we offer genuinely compassionate and individualized care that places clients and their wellbeing first.

01/27/2021

Questions to ask your loved one about Assisted Living

1. Identifying your loved ones’ needs early on can reduce stress and speed up the search for their new home. Discuss these questions before your assisted living search:
2. What do you expect and need from assisted living?
3. What is your budget? How can you save money on assisted living?
4. Where do you want to live?
5. What activities and amenities would you enjoy?
6. Do you have any other preferences or concerns?

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Source: A Place For Mom

We are a family-owned and operated assisted living community in Laytonsville, Maryland. Established among lovely residential homes, we offer genuinely compassionate and individualized care that places clients and their wellbeing first.

01/25/2021

We are proud to be in Montogomery County! Residents of Montgomery County are doing their part to stay safe.

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Bethesda ZIP codes among lowest in county based on people per case