Work & Family Benefits, Inc. Values Package ®
Monthly Bulletin
July 2005

"How can I call WFB if I don't even know what to ask?"

When you sense that someone in your life may need help, it's often hard to identify exactly what is needed, what will work and also be accepted ! This is particularly true when it comes to services for elders.

Many elders cling to their independence fiercely – so much so that it can be almost impossible to get a true picture of their needs. On the other hand, some elders may appear very needy. Then the expectations felt by the caregiver can be overwhelming, and cloud actual needs from the guilt created by a demanding parent or other loved one.

At Work & Family Benefits, we have expertise in elder care. We realize that when you call us, you may be confused, sad, guilty, angry – and understandably unsure of how to proceed with helping your elder. Remember, we are experienced in this field… we can help you through a trying period… we can help figure out what's needed, and refer you to appropriate resources. We can even help if nothing is needed right now, but you want to be prepared for changes you see coming “around the corner.”

So don't ever think twice about calling Work & Family Benefits because you're not certain what you need. Our counselors are here to guide you through the entire helping process – from identifying if and what is needed, to locating it, and then following up with you to find out how things are working out. Contact us! We can be reached at 1-800-328-4071 or online at www.wfbenefits.com .