Hand in Hand Patient Advocates

08/21/2026

They shouldn’t have to navigate healthcare alone. ❤️

As our parents and loved ones get older, healthcare can become complicated—multiple doctors, medications, appointments, test results, hospital stays, and decisions that can feel overwhelming.

Having a trusted family member or patient advocate involved can make a tremendous difference.

A second set of eyes can help:
• Ask questions and make sure concerns are heard
• Keep track of medications and changes
• Understand what the doctor is recommending
• Follow up on tests, referrals, and appointments
• Review discharge instructions after a hospital stay
• Help prevent miscommunication and medical errors
• Make sure everyone involved in their care is on the same page

Being involved doesn’t mean taking away a senior’s independence. It means making sure they have someone in their corner when they need it most.

Healthcare is complicated. Your loved one shouldn’t have to figure it all out alone.

Sometimes, the best advocate is simply someone who is paying attention. ❤️

07/31/2026

When you are in a rehab facility with dementia - and you are handed a very lengthy admission packet. 🥹

The facility should realize not to hand someone with dementia a packet like that - and why is the admission packet being given two weeks after the admission????

The POA is on file and the POA has been very active in the patient’s care.

So why do this?

It just creates havoc and lots of anxiety for the patient.

Do better!

07/20/2026

When - exactly - when did it become cool to play Bingo?

07/03/2026

06/25/2026

This is happening all over - and why a patient advocate can help! If you are not able to visit your loved one or are out of town - call a patient advocate. Have them visit, ask questions and really look at your loved one to monitor their condition.

06/24/2026

Such a fun vacation - but really glad to be home! Geena Gamble I stole some of your pictures!

06/23/2026

She could probably use some singing lessons!

06/22/2026

Great information to have - if you feel a senior is being neglected or abused.

World Elder Abuse Day was June 15... and every day.

MCSAS staff wore purple to show their support this past Monday.
If you suspect that a vulnerable adult age 60+ may be a victim of abuse, neglect or exploitation, do not hesitate to call the Adult Protective Services Hotline 330-661-0800

06/22/2026

I had a great experience participating in and celebrating 50 years of the Wadsworth Older Adults/Soprema Center last week with Renee Bowles