AboutMichalene Peticca Expertise I'd be happy to help with any questions about Alzheimer's or Dementia diseases. I can also help with Medicare, Long term care & other insurance questions.
Experience I have my Masters degree in Geriatrics and am credentialed through the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Pennstate Milton Hershey hospital and the American Geriatrics Society. I've been in healthcare for over 20 years and worked directly with Alzheimer's and Dementia individuals for most of that time. I am also a licensed insurance agent in PA and MD. Currently i train healthcare professionals to care for Alzheimer and Dementia individuals and i have been a care manager for guardianship services in PA
Organizations American Geriatrics Society
Education/Credentials Masters degree in Geriatrics
Licensed insurance agent in PA & MD.
Past/Present clients PHI Homes in Pennsylvania
York, Dauphin & Adams County Area on Aging
The Jewish Home of Harrisburg
Question My husband is in late stage AD at home with caretakers and hopice care (all extraordiary people) Even though he sleeps most of the time and won`t open his eyes, whenever he is handled, i.e. being changed or getting dressed and undressed, he becomes very agitated and screams our . My voice of reassuranc sometime calms him down.It has been suggested that i purchase special clothes, similar to hospital johnnies and the like. Are you familiar with any site, or specialty shop i can find these items? Thank you so much Lori
Answer Hi Lori,
My condolences about your husband. I am so glad you have wonderful caretakers and support!
There are several good adaptive clothing providers. Check out Buck & Buck first. I can't remember other named companies, but if you type in Adaptive clothing for seniors, you will find it.
You also might try some very soothing music during times of caregiving. Little if No talking and as quiet a background, except for the music as well.
