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Unless we wrap ourselves and elders in bubble wrap, somewhere along the line there is a chance of picking up a cold. We are all one step ahead of everyone has their flu shot :)
One thing I had stopped doing at a doctor's office is picking up the magazines in the waiting room to read.... yuk, you never know if someone has sneezed into it accidently.
Like most aspects of care this is about risk and benefit, isn't it? What does your loved one risk by being isolated at home? What does she gain? (Less exposure to germs, presumably.) What does your loved one gain by attending a day program? What are the risks.
There are no "perfect" solutions. Some are less imperfect than others. Consider the risks and benefits and decide what your loved one needs most at this period of her life.
My husband attended a day program 2 or 3 days a week for about 3 years. I would make that decision again for his needs (and mine) at that point in his life. Only you can decide for your loved one.
As the spouse, caregiver and nurse of a husband who also has respiratory issues, the more people one comes into contact with, the greater chance of picking up a virus. If the daycare is also for people with dementia, that doubles because they will forget to wash their hands before and after going to the bathroom, before eating, etc. They also touch the same games, newspaper, remote control, etc. Get the flu and pneumonia vaccine to help build up immunity to any foreign viruses.
SW, the adult care center my Mom attends is vigilent about participants that are ill do not come. These centers are very aware, as are preschools, that those served by the center are more prone to become ill when others are contagious. If you are considering sending Mom to a day care facility, drop in numerous times to see if there is coughing, sniffling, wheezing or even alot of sleeping going on. Ask them the policy about sickness and not attending when participants are ill.
Last year the center my Mom attends posted a sign on the door that anybody experiencing flu symptoms put on a mask when entering the center. This was even for those present for only a few minutes during pick up or drop off. My Mom has actually been quite healthy and has not caught anything at the center.
My mil has been going to adult day care for about 6 months now. We have not had 1 issue. Ours has a nurse on staff and they seem to monitor things closely. Most stay home when sick. Knock on wood, but my mil hasn't had 1 thing happen. Not even a cough. As long as nurses are on staff, I think you'd be safe. I have kids at home, that must bring home crap from school. No different. As long as the flu shot is given along with the other ones, all is good :)
Being in any crowded situation exposes every one to unwelcome germs soo yes she should avoid crowded places and you should be very vigilent about hygiene and make sure everyone in the house has their flu shot and mom is up to date on pneumonia too. Do not allow sick people to visit and that includes healthcare workers. If she needs to go to the Dr don't let her sit in a crowded waiting room, keep her out in the car till it is your turn. Tell the receptionist that you are doing it. If it is a big facility take someone else with you who can advise you when her name is called or leave you cell# with the receptionist. When the weather is not too cold get her out in the fresh air. use humidifiers in the house and have her drink plenty of liquids. It is all about commonsense.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
One thing I had stopped doing at a doctor's office is picking up the magazines in the waiting room to read.... yuk, you never know if someone has sneezed into it accidently.
There are no "perfect" solutions. Some are less imperfect than others. Consider the risks and benefits and decide what your loved one needs most at this period of her life.
My husband attended a day program 2 or 3 days a week for about 3 years. I would make that decision again for his needs (and mine) at that point in his life. Only you can decide for your loved one.
Last year the center my Mom attends posted a sign on the door that anybody experiencing flu symptoms put on a mask when entering the center. This was even for those present for only a few minutes during pick up or drop off. My Mom has actually been quite healthy and has not caught anything at the center.