You want to give your aging loved one the best care possible, but it can be a daunting task. Make the process simple and successful with these tips. When the time comes to hire help for your loved one,...
One of the most difficult discussions we will ever have with our family members is about our end of life. Many older adults and seniors avoid having this talk until it's too late. They suddenly become ill and are...
Most seniors are at a stage where they cannot move around or stand for long hours without experiencing fatigue. As they approach a certain age, their bones weaken, giving them mobility problems. Due to that, they require a solution...
Family caregivers are often the unsung heroes who give their time, energy and care to support a loved one in their time of need. According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, there are approximately 43.5 million caregivers providing unpaid care...
Being diagnosed with a severe illness can completely change a person’s life. The symptoms can be heartbreaking and debilitating and prevent you from living a normal life. For terminally ill patients, medical-care services, like palliative and hospice care, are...
Well, whether you are a caregiver or a manager, you only have 24 hours in a day to make a difference. How you use your time is what speaks at the end of it all.
When it comes to caring...
Today, 8.5 percent of people worldwide (617 million) are aged 65 and over. By 2030, one in every 5 Americans will be of retirement age. In Canada, 23% of all Canadians will be 65 or over. Will health care...
Are you going to start your new day with the brand new caregiver that your loved ones have hired for you? Or are you the one, trying to adjust so that with the caregiver so that you can get...
Everyone that comes through Runnymede’s doors is unique, but the experience of community member Jennifer Murray distinctly stands out: After years of caregiving at the hospital for her husband, Alastair, an unfortunate accident caused Jennifer herself to become a...
Finding the right assisted care facility can be intimidating. You likely have a long checklist of what you’re looking for, so you want to find the perfect fit. If you’re acting on behalf of a loved one, you need...
