Health Coaching – Aida’s story
Aida, 68, has been diagnosed with anxiety and depression. She was admitted to hospital after a hyperglycemic episode and a panic attack brought about by concern over a forthcoming home move. Although Aida is able to walk without assistance coach T...
Health Coaching – Henry’s story
Henry, 72, has recently been diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome. As a person who is very used to being independent and taking care of others, the diagnosis has hit Henry particularly hard. He lives with his ex-wife Betty in a one bedroom apart...
Health coaching – Eduardo’s story
Eduardo, 88, lives with his wife, daughter and her middle school aged children in an apartment building in Santa Monica. He was recently hospitalized due to a blood clot in his abdomen and has severe swelling in his legs, which makes walking diffi...
Health Coaching – Lily’s story
Lilly, 78, lives with her daughter and son-in-law in a comfortable home, with her own private bedroom and bathroom. Formerly a minister for a Church of Religious Science, she receives regular visits from family, and has a twice-weekly caregiver to...
Health Coaching – Marco’s story
A former bartender, Marco, 78, was recently released from hospital following symptoms of a UTI. Coach Priscilla conducted a medication review, a psycho-social assessment and a home safety review. She recommended to Marco that grab bars be installe...
Health Coaching – Naoko’s story
88 year-old Naoko was hospitalized for gastro-intestinal bleeding and has a heart condition. She lives alone in a house in Culver City. Her daughter, who usually lives in Paris, France, has been staying with her since she was discharged. She also ...
Health Coaching – Tony’s Story
Tony, 87, lives with his wife in a single family home in Venice. He was recently admitted to hospital with a low blood count necessitating a blood transfusion. Coach Priscilla visited him at home shortly after he was discharged. Tony and his wife ...
Health Coaching – Evelyn’s story
Coach Traci met Evelyn, 71, at home shortly after her release from hospital. Traci made a list of all Evelyn’s medication – prescribed and over-the-counter – and submitted to MyMeds for review. “Although I found Evelyn’s home to be clean and free ...
City of West Hollywood recognized for its efforts to improve quality of life for older residents.
The City of West Hollywood, in collaboration with Partners in Care Foundation, West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation and Jewish Family Service – Los Angeles, has been awarded the Social Change and Diversity Award by the American Planning As...