Originally published in the Beaverton Resource Guide, May 1, 2018 We decided that my Dad needed to move closer so I could be his health care advocate. Overwhelmed, and not knowing how to look for the kind of place that my Dad would need, I decided to make a list of needs and wants in a new living space. Here is a look at some of my criteria in looking for someplace. Ability to maintain his independence in an apartment like setting Panic button if he fell or needed help Medica

Originally Published in the Beaverton Resource Guide, June 1, 2018 Observing how the staff interacted with the residents and how the residents responded to the staff spoke volumes. I saw caregivers sitting and talking with a resident taking care to engage in a genuine conversation. Laughter and smiles could be seen on everyone we came into contact with from the maintenance person to the med-aide I had the opportunity to meet. There were activities planned for everyone to en