I still remember the day vividly when we realized as a family that Dad could not come home and had to go to long term care. It was truly a sickening feeling. A feeling of defeat and failure. As adult...
There are many different ways that pets enhance our lives. This is especially true for dementia and Alzheimer's patients. Pets can help dementia and Alzheimer's patients in many ways. The love of a furry friend can often turn a...
A staggering 42 million Americans―one in four adults―face the challenges of caring for an adult friend or relative. Although caregiving can be a richly rewarding and joyful experience, the role comes with enormous responsibilities―and pressures. AARP's gentle guide provides...
If you’re in the market for a paid support service now or in the future for your aging parents, there are some key guidelines you might want to consider in your selection process.
Here are twelve key questions to ask...
As seniors age and many become disabled or ill, they will need help to age safely in their homes. The cost of senior home care can vary, depending upon how much help is needed. Many seniors only need help with...
‘Tis the time for many of us to look ahead and plan annual goals so as to work, live, feel and/or look better. With diligence, these resolutions can bear fruit. Caregivers are certainly among those individuals who can greatly...
As we wrap up this last business day before the holidays, we wanted to send a gentle reminder to everyone who may be visiting a senior loved one over the holidays. If you go to visit them, please check to see...
We thought it was hard dealing with our children, right? First, those infamous toddlers that are learning about life and have minds of their own. They don't want to listen through the terrible twos. Then they hit school age,...
With our country’s rapidly aging population, the day may well come when you must provide (or help to provide) care for an aging parent/friend/partner. Regrettably, many potential caregivers completely disregard this fact and are caught unaware. I speak from...
It is difficult to recognize the warning signs that your aging loved ones may need extra care, as life becomes busy and family disperses. Visits and phone calls become less frequent, making it difficult to pin point any signals...
