A GOOD DAUGHTER
Elder Care Management
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Our clients always tell us how they feel about the services we provide. We are humbled by their expressions of gratitude and are pleased to present the following testimonials.  Fell free to contact us for actual references from our highly satisfied client families.

Client FeedbackMy brother and I hired Olga approximately one year ago at the suggestion of our mother’s doctor. We thought we were handling the management of our mother's care fairly well from afar, but as her situation and health changed, it became clear to us that a local manager was necessary. In addition to the comfort provided by knowing that a trained professional, familiar with our mother's condition, doctors, medications, and idiosyncrasies is available to attend medical appointments in our absence (and then report to us), there is the added peace of mind of knowing that Olga is available to respond to emergency situations. She is an extremely caring, patient, and empathetic woman, and she has formed an extremely close bond with our mother. I highly recommend Olga's services without reservation. Beth, New Hampshire

Ms Brunner has been supervising my parents' care for the last several years.  She certainly epitomizes being a "good daughter", providing attention to my parents in my absence. She is always there when emergencies arise. Whether it is a hospital emergency room, a doctor's office or my parent's home, she is always available.  She shows genuine concern for their well being and keeps me informed of their situation as necessary.  Olga truly fills the duties of a surrogate sister.  She is honest, warm and compassionate with my parents and me.  Olga has a wealth of information at her finger tips and always has the answer to any of our problems. I don't know how I could have gotten through these years without Olga. Esther, New Jersey

Olga showed great compassion and concern for Mom while she was with us.  She attended all medical appointments with Mom, conveying our concerns, asking questions and making sure all medications were correct.  She took painstaking care to follow all directives from the professional medical staff.  She called for clarification whenever she is unsure how to proceed and would communicate changes she perceived in the patient’s condition.  Olga always kept the family informed, sending detailed e-mails after every appointment and visit with Mom.  Olga was also a great companion.  She took time to be with Mom, talking to her, making her laugh and showing her that she was loved.  She stayed in constant contact with therapists, nurses and aids daily.  She made sure Mom had all the necessary services and was comfortable at all times.  Additionally, Olga was wonderful with our family.  Since none of Mom’s children lived in Florida, we relied on Olga to update us daily on her condition.  She was warm and friendly whenever we would fly down for a visit.   She would also notify us of all emergent problems as soon as possible.  We depended greatly on Olga to be the lead on Mom’s case.  She was present when needed and ran for every emergency.  I never had trouble contacting Olga and she always responded promptly to my concerns.  I highly recommend Olga Brunner for her skills as well as her understanding of her patients.  Her ability to keep her patients physically on the correct path while never ignoring their need for warmth, friendship and love are the attributes that makes her a person that can be relied on at all times. Judi, New Jersey

I hired Olga to look after my mother who resides in Boca Raton when it became apparent that it was becoming too difficult to manage her day-to-day affairs from Indiana. Even though I come down frequently, she needed more than I was able to provide. I found Olga through the internet, and after speaking to her about my mother, I hired her. It is the best decision I have ever made. She organized her meds, made a plan for hurricane season, compiled an emergency folder, accompanies her to the doctor and gives me a detailed report (which is thorough and unbiased), helps me keep an eye on the live-in, etc. etc. I don't know what I would do without her. My stress level dropped, Mom likes and trusts her (and listens to her when she won't listen to me!), and she provides me and my family with wonderful and caring service.  I would highly recommend A Good Daughter, Inc, and Olga Brunner as a geriatric care manager for your family. Jody, Indiana

Olga Brunner's services take the worry out of caring for your loved one.  Desperate and calling many places for help, Olga's name was given to us by a Home Health Care agency. Olga was able to diffuse a very delicate situation with my mother. We hired her on the spot. Since that time Olga has provided us with a vast array of services that include: Making doctor's appointments; advocating at doctor appointments; and sending us a summary of the events of the appointments.  Making sure her medications are accurately filled by a nurse and vitals taken.  Has the aides log in a journal every time they administer her meds and has them keep progress notes.  Has emergency numbers and vital info clearly posted in my mother's apartment in case of emergency.  Calling and checking on my mother.  Is available for emergencies, 24 hours a day.  Finding the right hospital for her (when needed) and visiting her as a friend.  Mediates with the aides and/or home health care agency for us when needed.  Completed the appropriate paperwork for Medicare part D.  Provided us with Day Center; Assisted Living; and Nursing Home information should the need arise.  Takes care of anything.  The burden has been lifted because Olga is there to take care of her needs and to put out the fires that occasionally flare up in the world of one who suffers from Alzheimer's. Elaine, Florida

My mom who is 82 lives alone. She has some form of Dementia, but is very capable at the moment of taking care of herself daily. I needed someone special to follow up on her once a month and to accompany her to Doctor's appointments since she probably would not ask the right questions and I probably wouldn't get the full feedback I needed. On a visit last year to see my mom I suggested we hire someone to fill that need. I interviewed several agencies. I have to say none of those I met with and chatted with hold a candle to Olga. The first moment I talked to her on the phone and then met in person she radiates warmth, kindness, and calmness. She is professional and yet very personable. My mother who was resisting any help felt so comfortable with Olga she hugged her and was teary eyed the first meeting because she knew she was going to find capable and loving attention from Olga, the good daughter when her own daughter was far away. Soon after I left after that visit my mom took a fall, and Olga was there immediately after the visit to the ER and she put in place a 24 hour care service until my brother arrived a few days later. Olga has qualified personnel she can put in place in an emergency, and kind drivers to assist to cover appointments she can't attend. Olga and my mom have generated a wonderful relationship, and I couldn't be happier with what Olga has provided for my mom. I feel so reassured I have just the right person there who is there for my mother!!! Helen, California

In late 2005, it became apparent to our family that we needed to seek alternative living facilities / care for my mother in law who was 80 years old and living alone in her own condo.  Mom had begun to show signs of dementia with confusion.  She was also having difficulty keeping her medications straight and handling her personal finances.  The family worried about her “wandering” off during her daily walks and cooking for herself.  At that point, I went on line to research alternative care facilities and discovered “A Good Daughter”.  A quick email brought us to Olga.  She was terrific and led us through the maze of elder care in Florida.  Olga conducted a truly comprehensive assessment for Mom, evaluating her medical, mental, financial, legal, and safety needs.  She presented us with a detailed plan of care with recommendations for the entire family to review.  With Olga’s assistance, along with her staff, they have provided ongoing care which has allowed Mom to remain somewhat independent in her condo.  They have provided the necessary transportation to doctor’s appointments and social activities, while becoming Mom’s new “friends”.   As time goes by and Mom’s dementia worsens, Olga and her capable staff keep the family updated with progress and/or suggestions for improving Mom’s ongoing care.  Olga is available to all her clients via phone and/or email at all times, day or night, weekends included.  She has gone above and beyond to assist us in keeping Mom as independent as possible, yet safe and lovingly cared for.  This has been a very difficult time for our family, but with Olga’s assistance and close guidance, we have been able to keep Mom happy and continuing to enjoy her life. Susan, New Hampshire

My mother suffered from Alzheimer's disease and emphysema and died in July. I had the good fortune to be associated with Olga, and depended on her to see that everything that was possible to ensure my mother's maximum well being and comfort was taken care of in the last year of her life. I live in Maryland and have no relatives in Florida and truly do not know how I would have survived the last year of my mother's life with out knowing that I had a caring, compassionate competent person looking out for my mother's well being. Olga is tied into the geriatric community in southern Florida. When there was the need for nursing assistants to care for my mother, at first during daytime hours and then for 24 hour care she either knew the people who we brought in or was very successful in screening them for me. Each care giver that took care of my mother was truly a gift. I continue to be shocked at the high quality people that Olga was able to bring in. Perhaps more important than all of that, Olga and the other people I met at A good Daughter truly care about the people they serve. Olga took interest in the whole life of my mother not just what was left in her last days. When my mother died Olga and the people she works with really knew and appreciated who my mother had been and I will always be grateful that we crossed paths. Steve, Maryland

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