Not choosing to be active in our medical choices for ourselves, ultimately is a choice – and it’s a bad one. My friend, who lives in Vancouver, is the medical representative for her 84yr father who lives in Ottawa. She has 2 brothers in Toronto who are the alternatives and a sister with some mental […]
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The Empowered Patient Checklist
For faster, safer care in the community, emergency room, hospital… and back home. The best way to prevent crisis is to plan ahead… and to expect the unexpected: Know your health history, your medications, and your contact information. Assign a Substitute Decision Maker or Representative – and let them know about your Values, Beliefs and […]
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Dementia caregivers suffering in silence, feeling isolated: study
It’s time to have our eyes wide open for all of those who are aging and all who will care for them. There is a tremendous cost to families as aging parents move down the path of illness, dementia, and end-of-life. Education is paramount. Patient Pathways is ramping up our Empowered Patient & Caregiver: Advance […]