Thats what my mom said repeatedly when I tried to talk to her about her need for more medical care and socialization.  She openly admitted to being stubborn and uncooperative but the obvious decline in her mental and physical health made it impossible to avoid the conversation AGAIN!  She was diagnosed with dementia, depressed and isolated except for my almost silent dad and his caregiving.  He was exhausted and long ago resigned to avoiding conversations/questions that resulted in a fruitless loop or caused her to erupt in anger.I would say, Mom, you know were headed for a crisis over your care. She would reply once more, Im not leaving; Ill die at home.  What she did not know is that only about 30% of Older Adults are able to die at home. (Study by New England Journal of Medicine)  The majority of us will eventually need a team of medical/non-medical care-givers around the clock to keep us safe and living our best quality of life.And then it happened!  Dad tripped over a chair in the kitchen, fell and broke his hip.  Off to the hospital for Dad and off to a pre-identified Community for mom.  The crisis made all three of us children drop everything for weeks and deal simultaneously with Dad, Mom and their house. It was exhausting!!! FOR EVERYONE.After moving to a Senior Community we began to see a change in mom.  She no longer seemed depressed and acted much happier being around people.  She went out for ice-cream and lunch.  With regular med- management, nutritious meals and socialization she noticeably improved.It happens often.  People refuse to move to a Community out of fear and stubbornness. The exhibited independence that served them well earlier in life now becomes a hindrance to their well-being.Senior Placement Companies understand this and are equipped to help your family/loved one make a much needed transition to an Adult Community.  Avoiding a long, exhausting crisis is far better than waiting for an emergency. Their service is free!  Contact them soon!   Editors Note: This article was submitted by Britt and Walt Roberson, owners of Harmony Senior Referrals and may be reached at 303-667-2420 or by email at harmonyseniorreferrals@gmail.com

To learn more aboutDanville Support Services,CLICK HERE.Hindsight is 20-20. This is especially true for adults who are suddenly faced with a crisis in caring for an aging parent or loved one.Senior Editor ofCaring.com, Melanie Haiken prepared 6 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Cared for My Parents, to help people who might otherwise be blindsided by the demands of caring for an aging parent.The advice is gathered from people whove been there.I Wish Id Been More Realistic About What I Could Do.I Wish Id Known That Medications Can Affect People Differently as They Age.I Wish Id Understood How Attached My Mother Was to Her Things.I Wish Id Realized That Someones Memory Can Seem Fine, and They Are Still Losing Mental Capacity.I Wish Id Understood Sooner That Dementia Causes Anger, Rudeness, and Crazy Behavior.I Wish Id Sought Medical Advice About What to Expect From My Parents Health Situation.The fact is caring for an aging loved one is a demanding, always-on endeavor. Its often a tough physical challenge helping seniors bathe or do household chores. Its also an emotional weight that can drain care givers of vital energy. Lastly, its a mental challenge to stay up on all the developments in senior care, plus all the prescribed medicines, doctor appointments and so on.The good news is Danville provides the essential support that you and your aging parent or loved ones need. How much support is up to you. We provide everything from live-in care to just one hour a week. We can come by and play cards and check on your loved one, or we can take on more personal responsibilities, like grooming, keeping active and providing someone to talk to and interact with.Its important to know that by reaching out for help, you are not giving up and there is no reason to feel bad. With Danvilles help, you gain more free time to spend with your loved one, where caretaking is not the main priority. Doesnt that sound like a winning plan?

To learn more about SafeSpace Builers, CLICK HERE.Lori Siegesmund runs a construction company that offers a range of services everything from framing and insulation to drywall and specialty ceilings.But shes especially excited about a new service that not only further diversifies the operation, but also helps customers with unique needs. This empowers people to make choices.As owner and president, Siegesmund oversees 579 Construction based in Grand Junction and a new division called SafeSpace Builders.SafeSpace Builders designs and installs modifications and equipment in residential and commercial spaces to better accommodate people with disabilities as well as help seniors stay in their homes.The firm recently received designation as a Medicaid contractor. That means it receives referrals and can directly bill Medicaid for services provided to people enrolled in the program.Sue Hayes, director of marketing for SafeSpace Builders, says the operation is at once a business and needed public service. I see it as giving back to our community.Siegesmund launched 579 Construction nearly three years ago as a new iteration of TP Acoustics, a business her late grandfather, Howard Perry, operated for 25 years. While that firm installed acoustic ceilings, it also provided other construction services.Siegesmund worked with her grandfather for nearly 12 years, handling everything from accounting and payroll to estimating and project management.Today, 579 Construction operates divisions for commercial framing, thermal and moisture protection and commercial drywall and acoustic and specialty ceiling installation and finishing.Operating out of the Business Incubator Center in Grand Junction, 579 Construction works on a variety of projects throughout Colorado. The company employs a staff of 27.SafeSpace Builders will serve Western Colorado, Siegesmund says, sending crews to various locations to handle multiple projects.Those projects begin with a free assessment to determine whats needed whether thats a full remodel; renovations in a bathroom or kitchen; or the installation of ramps, lifts and other devices. The firm also works with doctors, physical therapists and other health care providers to tailor services to their patients.Modifications often are made to bathrooms and kitchens to make them more accessible and safer for people to use, Siegesmund says. That might include barrier-free showers and grab bars in bathrooms as well as lower cabinets and pull-out shelves in kitchens to accommodate people in wheelchairs. Lifts and ramps also are popular additions, she says.Siegesmund says its important for her crews to remain sensitive to customers and their needs. Its definitely a more sensitive type of work.After a project, crews offer training on using new features and equipment to make sure customers know how to use them safely.The projects make a difference in customers lives, Siegesmund and Hayes say.Hayes she knows firsthand the benefits of modifications because of the assistance they offered her mother in dealing with the effects of a neurological disease.Hayes that instilled in her a passion for helping others facing similar challenges. Before joining SafeSpace, she served as director of a nonprofit organization providing mobility support for people living with physical disabilities.Modifications and specialized equipment can help people remain safely in their homes for as long as possible, in turn avoiding the expenses associated with skilled care, Hayes says.Siegesmund says she hopes to open a showroom in Grand Junction to display the various ramps, lifts and other equipment that can improve accessibility.But for now, she says shes excited about new services that will help customers with unique needs.Hayes agrees. Its a lot of excitement. The community has really embraced what we do.For more information about SafeSpace Builders, call (970) 462-9472 or visithttps://safespacebuilders.co. More information about 579 Construction is available athttps://579construction.comor