“Thank you for your care for my father in the last two months of his life. It made a world of difference to him, and to my family.
As you know, he had severe depression and anxiety as well as vascular dementia. The emotional torment I witnessed in the last fourteen months of his life broke my heart. Even though the team at his personal care home did their best, the only thing that gave him any relief were visits from my mother and I. Once the pandemic hit, those were very limited.
After he suffered a major decline recently, it became more difficult for us to communicate with him using a computer. His alertness and ability to communicate were greatly impacted. After you began working with him, he improved more than I could have expected. He began asking the staff when he would get to speak to you next, and told them how much he was looking forward to it. I can’t overstate how wonderful it was that he had something to anticipate with pleasure, when his mood overall was so poor. He was also able to get more out of his visits with his us. The improvement was noticeable to us and to his care team as well.
One of the hardest things I’ve experienced as a caregiver during the pandemic has been my feeling of helplessness, of knowing there was much I could have done to help my dad had I only been able to visit him . Hiring KCS and seeing how much your service improved his quality of life has comforted me in a way that little else has, and for that I am more grateful than I can express.
I remain willing to advocate to anyone for your service to recognised by our public health care system as an essential health care service.” – Lisa Walter
“Dearest Lisa; Somewhere in the rush of life we seem to have lost our way. How important it is to spend undivided time connecting, celebrating and honoring each person’s uniqueness. Without that connection none of us thrive. I was so glad to have the opportunity to support your dad through such a tough chapter in his life. Your words have deeply touched my heart. I know this work must continue. I am just not quite sure how to help so many in need. Bless you!!” – Alison Kennedy
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“I highly recommend Kennedy Cognitive Services to anyone who finds themselves caring for an aging parent or relative experiencing dementia. KCS has been meeting with my mom every week for about a year. Mom really enjoys all of the various activities and she benefits enormously from both the mental and the social stimulation.
Shortly after mom’s assisted living residence locked down in March, we switched to twice weekly telephone visits. All of the professionals at KCS connect easily with mom and they provide positive and interesting diversions in her week.
I am just so happy that Kennedy Cognitive Services was recommended to me! It is often overwhelming when we become our parents’ caregivers and it has been such a huge relief to discover this service.” – Lorraine
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“I so deeply appreciate everything you are doing and have done for my mom. We are all enormously grateful for the ways you have brought (and still bring) joy and value to my mom’s life! Please know that I simply cannot imagine any service more valuable and truly priceless! You, and those like you, make a HUGE difference to more than you can possibly know. Your kindness and compassion make this a world I can still feel good about living in. May all the warmth and light you daily bring to others be returned to you a thousand fold.” – J. J., client’s daughter
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“It would be nice if this program is approved and government assisted!” – C. N., client’s husband
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“This is certainly the treatment of choice for my husband.” – J.G., client’s wife
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“I am so grateful of your love, care and willingness to go out on a limb for Mom. We appreciate you!” – G.V., client’s daughter
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“I’m really glad Mum is willing to participate and enjoy herself. I think she does a whole lot better with one-on-one interaction vs the group activities.” – V.M., client’s daughter
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“I want to thank you for your care and compassion afforded my father in your dealings with him and I will surely recommend your services at every chance I get. Thank you so much!” – H.R., client’s son
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“Just wanted to let you know that mum seemed much more settled after today’s session. She got progressively more relaxed as the day went on.” – B.W., client’s son
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“I wanted you to know Mom will be buried tomorrow (Thurs). We are having a private burial with her grandsons carrying her to her place by my Dad. The obituary will be in Saturday’s paper. I am repeating myself when I tell you how impressed the staff at (the PCH) were with Kelley and your program. They would tell me Mom did so well because of it. If you ever need me to speak to anyone about the benefits, do not hesitate to ask.” – C.H., client’s daughter
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“I truly believe in the work you are doing. You are blessing to many!” – C.S., Social Worker
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“I finally sat down to read over the notes that Sharon sent to me in email. I just can’t tell you enough how wonderful your program is and how much I appreciate your service. Mom is really doing so well. I would never have imagined that this winter would go so smoothly for her. Thanks again to you and Sharon : )” – L. P., client’s daughter
