Helping older adults and their families determine, coordinate, and manage care needs.
Client Stories
Martha’s Move
Martha needed to find a place to live after her discharge from the hospital. She knew independent living was no longer an option with her current health situation, but didn’t know how to find what she needed. Coyle Care Management knew how to help.
Keeping Jerry at Home
Jerry was a widower with a strained relationship with his sons. His community began noticing strange and inappropriate behavior, and when his mental capacity was called into question Coyle Care Management intervened.
Marie & John: The Young Couple
Bob lived alone in his own home with early dementia. Marie lived the closest to him, so she and her husband John became his primary caregivers. When the stress of managing both their lives and Bob’s became too much to handle, Coyle Care Management was ready to help.
Testimonials
Sue acted as a sensitive mediator and helped my family to put aside our different opinions and focus on what’s best for each of our parents.
Sue’s knowledge and expertise in Elder Care is so extensive and helpful in this process.
It’s so nice to know that I can be across the country, but have an advocate and navigator for my Mom’s care and well-being, as it provides reassurance in long-distance caregiving.
You’ve been wonderful in helping us through this difficult time.
We counted on Sue as an amazing guide and resource in this stressful time.
Sue presented us with the options for in-home care or assisted living in an objective and neutral manner without selling to us or accepting fees from facilities.
The consultation and coaching that Sue provided us in the process of assisting our Dad was invaluable.
She knew just the right approach to take with my Mom to help her be a part of the decision and feel good about needing help in her home.
I wish I would have known about Geriatric Care Management sooner, as it has been a god-send for me and my parents.
I finally feel like I have an advocate for me and my best interests.
I felt such a sense of relief and hope after our first meeting.
Sue’s knowledge and expertise in Alzheimer’s and dementia is reassuring.
Our family was going through a nightmare of surgeries, nursing home stays and rehab for my mother after three knee replacement attempts and a staph infection. Dad was being burdened by the cost for my Mom’s care at a skilled nursing facility that quickly depleted their savings. Sue was extremely helpful in assisting us with the labyrinth that is the government elder care services in applying for Medical Assistance. She met with us frequently at our convenience and also kept me updated through emails or phone calls. Sue put us in touch with the proper people and still keeps in touch with us to inquire about Mom’s condition. I would highly recommend Sue Coyle and Coyle Care Management and Consulting to anyone who is in need of help with elder care management. She is professional, as well as compassionate and we were very pleased with her work.
Sue was incredibly helpful and comforting with our recent loss of a parent. We needed very specialized counseling, coaching and guidance in navigating a difficult situation with a difficult older person. During the course of her terminal illness, our mother had isolated herself and created a situation where we were unable to gather basic information or plan for her end of life. Sue was able to provide us with the necessary information, network with the out of state providers and engage local services where appropriate, resulting in a conclusion as good as circumstances would allow. We were wholly ignorant of protocols and hospice practices, but Coyle Care Management walked us through these hiring processes, proper medical care, medication and pain management. We were wholly satisfied with the assistance and would absolutely employ the service again should the need arise. I think that it was the constant contact and willingness to walk us through many possible scenarios that allowed my wife and I ultimately to have the difficult conversations with our mother that lead to a more peaceful end of life than we otherwise would have experienced with her.
Client Stories
Why Older Adults May Lose their Appetite and What Can be Done About It
Older adults may experience a loss of appetite due to a variety of factors, including changes in their bodies, underlying medical conditions, medication side effects, and emotional or psychological factors. Thankfully, there are several strategies that can be helpful for seniors who experience a change in appetite.
Does Dad Know Best?
While often heart attacks are distinctive and sudden, sometimes they symptoms come on more gradually. Though sometimes people experiencing subtle symptoms may be hesitant to express concern or head to the hospital, but if there’s even a chance someone is having a heart attack it’s better to act immediately and seek treatment.
You’re Not Guilty or Obligated
Caregivers often experience and carry around undeserved guilt, and this can make the caregiving role even more stressful than it already is. Caregiving often brings feelings of sadness, stress, and grief in addition to guilt, and it can be hard for caregivers to admit they’re having a hard time. Although it can be difficult to deal with, these feelings are normal and there are things that can be done to help overcome them.
Grandma Has the Blues… How to Help?
Depression can happen to any of us as we age, and in older adults symptoms of depression and mental health issues can often go undetected. Feeling down every once in a while is normal, but if these feelings begin lasting weeks or months, it can be an indication of depression.
Important Talks to Have with Aging Parents Over the Holidays
As much as the holidays are time for celebration and joy, they may also be the time for important discussions with aging parents and loved ones about retirement, care needs, and financial decisions for the future. If you are taking care of your aging mom, dad, grandparents, or another loved one, it may be time to talk about the future, while in the present.
Dad’s Journey
Some people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia can remain calm and easy-going. But for others, they may develop intense feelings of anger and aggression. Finding ways to cope with these situations and changes can make it easier for both caregivers and loved ones struggling with dementia.
Fall Prevention for Seniors
Every year, millions of older adults fall. What’s even more troubling, is that more than one in four adults fall every year and less than half of these adults tell their doctor. And if an older adult falls once, this doubles their chances of falling again, and the risk of falling and fall-related problems rises with age. There is good news, though. Many falls can be prevented, and there are steps that can be taken to help reduce the risk of falling for seniors.
Pickleball is All the Rage Right Now
Pickleball is a fun, social, and easy to learn game that’s quickly gaining popularity in the United States. With inexpensive equipment and simple rules, pickleball is a game that can be enjoyed by all ages, and can be a great physical activity for aging adults.
Legal Considerations for Seniors
When making considerations for your aging loved ones, legal matters are of the utmost importance. It can be difficult to discuss these topics; however, if your loved one are aging and entering their final stages of life, these decisions are critical to have in place. If you’re beginning discussions about eldercare services with your elderly or aging loved ones, this is a good opportunity to discuss legal decisions as well.
Communicating with Dementia
Dementia is a progressive condition that gradually affects a person’s cognitive functioning. It can affect language, their ability to remember, and how they express emotions, which can make communicating with them challenging. While every situation may not be preventable, there are some things that you can do to help soothe agitation and make it calmer for everyone. Understanding their emotions, needs, and wishes can help you continue to care for your loved ones as the dementia progresses.
Testimonials
Sue acted as a sensitive mediator and helped my family to put aside our different opinions and focus on what’s best for each of our parents.
Sue’s knowledge and expertise in Elder Care is so extensive and helpful in this process.
It’s so nice to know that I can be across the country, but have an advocate and navigator for my Mom’s care and well-being, as it provides reassurance in long-distance caregiving.
You’ve been wonderful in helping us through this difficult time.
We counted on Sue as an amazing guide and resource in this stressful time.
Sue presented us with the options for in-home care or assisted living in an objective and neutral manner without selling to us or accepting fees from facilities.
The consultation and coaching that Sue provided us in the process of assisting our Dad was invaluable.
She knew just the right approach to take with my Mom to help her be a part of the decision and feel good about needing help in her home.
I wish I would have known about Geriatric Care Management sooner, as it has been a god-send for me and my parents.
I finally feel like I have an advocate for me and my best interests.
I felt such a sense of relief and hope after our first meeting.
Sue’s knowledge and expertise in Alzheimer’s and dementia is reassuring.
Our family was going through a nightmare of surgeries, nursing home stays and rehab for my mother after three knee replacement attempts and a staph infection. Dad was being burdened by the cost for my Mom’s care at a skilled nursing facility that quickly depleted their savings. Sue was extremely helpful in assisting us with the labyrinth that is the government elder care services in applying for Medical Assistance. She met with us frequently at our convenience and also kept me updated through emails or phone calls. Sue put us in touch with the proper people and still keeps in touch with us to inquire about Mom’s condition. I would highly recommend Sue Coyle and Coyle Care Management and Consulting to anyone who is in need of help with elder care management. She is professional, as well as compassionate and we were very pleased with her work.
Sue was incredibly helpful and comforting with our recent loss of a parent. We needed very specialized counseling, coaching and guidance in navigating a difficult situation with a difficult older person. During the course of her terminal illness, our mother had isolated herself and created a situation where we were unable to gather basic information or plan for her end of life. Sue was able to provide us with the necessary information, network with the out of state providers and engage local services where appropriate, resulting in a conclusion as good as circumstances would allow. We were wholly ignorant of protocols and hospice practices, but Coyle Care Management walked us through these hiring processes, proper medical care, medication and pain management. We were wholly satisfied with the assistance and would absolutely employ the service again should the need arise. I think that it was the constant contact and willingness to walk us through many possible scenarios that allowed my wife and I ultimately to have the difficult conversations with our mother that lead to a more peaceful end of life than we otherwise would have experienced with her.
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