Karrie Scully-Johnston
Caring.com Expert
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Karrie Scully-Johnston is a San Diego-based communication supervisor with American Medical Response (AMR), a national ambulance company, as well as the caregiver for her mom.
Recently Published on Caring.com
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Thursday September 18, 2008
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What can I do to encourage my dad to wear his emergency response device?
Answer - Tell your dad -- loud and clear -- that this device isn't a punishment; it's a gift that will allow him to live independently, in his own home, for longer. The alternatives are a full-time caregiver, an assisted-living facility, or moving in with a relative...
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Friday October 19, 2007
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Is a personal emergency response system appropriate for a parent who travels?
Answer - Unfortunately,PERS services are designed to work exclusively from home. When the PERS emergency button is pushed, the console automatically connects with the response center via the home telephone.
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Wednesday October 17, 2007
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What can I do to encourage my dad to wear his emergency response device?
Answer - Tell your dad -- loud and clear -- that this device isn't a punishment, it's a gift that will allow him to live independently, in his own home, for longer. The alternatives are a full-time caregiver, an assisted living facility, or maybe moving in with a relative.
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