Long Term care Facility? Or NOT!

Carla Amthor: Owner and CEO of Focus on Caring

A friend once said “aging is not for the faint of heart” and that rings true for many of us. However, there are so many opportunities available at this time of our lives.
Imagine, decisions involving endless choices on how we would truly love to live this stage of our lives. Who says there is one avenue and it leads to assisted living or long-term care? That, quite simply, is a societal acceptance rather than exploring the alternatives.

I want to remain in my home, with my family close, with my memories and I want that for my parents as well. We thrive in our familiar environments, in our communities, with our circle of friends and activities. Why would we give that all up? Because a doctor has told us we must? No, that is a myopic opinion. With support in my home, a team of dedicated caregivers as needed to support the life I choose to live, I can continue to live my life as I wish. Maybe I want to continue travelling or have weekends away. With the support of a caregiver, this lifestyle can continue.

I love the thought of living that life. It has become too common to accept limited options. We must be in a facility. It’s not safe to travel in our condition. We have to
limit our activities. Hospice is the next step. What if I told you that all those things could be considered a bad dream? You do have amazing choices.

Focus on Caring is a home care agency, serving Calgary and area for 29 years. With our team of RNs, a dedicated home care team is selected that are the perfect match to specific health care needs and personality. We get to know you and based on your individuality; we create the best scenario that we can. We establish relationships in your home that are seamless and ultimately as comforting and supportive as family.

We provide care in every scenario imaginable. Regardless of the health challenges or circumstances, we deliver the support needed. Alzheimers/dementia affect many individuals and this is an area where Focus on Caring excels. Trained in the Gentle Persuasive Approach, the best proven techniques in this area of health, we lead our industry. Another area of expertise where we deliver an amazing gift, is end of life or palliative care as opposed to hospice.

Our clients, who want to remain in their homes, with their family
around, are able to make that choice. It is probably the kindest and
greatest gift one can receive and I’m grateful we have a team that
supports families through this time.
Our mission is delivering the care that seniors deserve.