Got aging parents at home?
My father lived an inspiring End of Life, and before he passed, he encouraged me to share the story of his transition. He faced metastatic cancer by living fully for the rest of his days. When treatments beat him...
As seniors grow older, do they need to downsize their living situation? Or can they, with careful preparation, continue to live in their homes and communities safely, independently and comfortably – in other words, "age in place"? In the...
In the twenty-first century, people are living longer and healthier lives after retirement, and "downsizing" is a topic that is often discussed. Downsizing can refer to a spatial change and can take on many forms: single-family bungalows, condominiums, apartments,...
Continuing care retirement living covers the entire spectrum of options, from independent condominiums or apartments to full-time nursing care. How does one know the type of living situation that may be best for aging parents or oneself? In the...
Downsizing one's lifestyle starts and ends with the question, "What do I do with my stuff?" In the second of an eight-book series on downsizing, senior move managers Doug and Judy Robinson take the reader through the answers to...
When parents move in with their children, or when adult children move back in with their parents, the new changes that result can be unsettling if not planned for in advance. In the fifth of an eight-book series on...
The market for recreational vehicles is increasing as boomers and seniors downsize. The mobile lifestyle is an attractive option, whether one chooses it as a permanent way of life or for a seasonal option. For first time RV owners,...
Many people who are approaching retirement dream about living on a boat for periods of several months to a year or longer. The promise of discovering new places, the peacefulness of being on the water, and the sense of...
Downsizing one's lifestyle can mean moving from the home you've lived in for many years. To ensure that you get the best return on the investment you've made in your home, it's important to list it well, stage it...
A must-read for family caregivers who want to help themselves in enhancing their inner emotional resiliency and personal growth. This book offers so much to help individuals cope and prevent burnout while providing support and care for aging parents,...