The Benefits of Hiring Home Care After Hospital Discharge
You bring your loved one home from the hospital. The relief of leaving the clinical environment of a hospital or […]
You bring your loved one home from the hospital. The relief of leaving the clinical environment of a hospital or […]
Recently, one of our clients was on hospice. She had a broken hip and was bed bound. Changing her would
Communicating with a loved one who has dementia can sometimes feel like navigating unfamiliar terrain. One moment, everything seems calm,
Caring for someone with Parkinson’s is a journey filled with twists and turns. Every day brings different challenges, but also
Wake up each day feeling a mix of love, worry, and exhaustion? Caregivers often feel a deep sense of responsibility
Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a storm, the streets flooding, power going out around the city
Ever feel like you’re juggling flaming torches on a unicycle? For family caregivers, this can feel like their everyday reality.
Feeling overwhelmed trying to balance your life while caring for an aging loved one? You’re definitely not alone. Many children
Your once meticulously groomed mom, who never missed her daily shower, is now adamantly refusing to bathe. It’s baffling, heartbreaking,
Let’s talk about sundowning. No, it’s not a new yoga pose but it is something that everyone with a loved
When families would walk into the building one of the first things that greeted them were the golden oldies playing
Today, around 40 million Americans dedicate themselves to providing unpaid care to an adult or child (this includes Veterans), navigating
Over the years, I’ve spent countless hours in the lamp-lit living rooms of seniors, each with their own stories and
I often encounter situations where seniors resist accepting help, even when it’s clear they need assistance with daily living tasks.
A couple of weeks ago, I was speaking to two different children of seniors who were concerned about their parents’
I’ve recently become a community educator for the local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Having been around seniors since my
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Capturing the stories of aging loved ones is a cherished process that many families regret not starting sooner. Such remorse
I hear this from clients so often. Their senior loved one had a fall a while back and since then
She called me to let me know her dad was having a harder time getting in and out of bed.
Imagine a scenario where every grandparent can see the joy in their family member’s face through a video call, every
Let’s look at this common example: Margaret was sharp as a pin at 75. A few years later her life
Adult children should be paying attention for signs that may indicate their senior parents are becoming unsafe drivers. These signs
In a cozy, sunlit room, Margaret sits by her father’s bedside, holding his hand. The soft hum of a nearby
Are you aware of the wide range of adaptive equipment for seniors and people with disabilities? Adaptive items are products
It’s a sunny afternoon, and you’re sitting with your mother in her favorite armchair, sipping tea. You’ve always cherished these
How to Choose An Assisted Living Community for Your Loved One & Avoid Common Pitfalls (download as a PDF). In
The journey into senior care often begins with a simple step: recognizing the need for a helping hand. For many
Navigating hospital discharge is a critical phase in a senior’s healthcare journey, especially following significant medical events like cardiac issues
‘Tis the season when the chill in the air and the fallen leaves remind us of nature’s cycles. But for
Caring for an aging loved one is a journey filled with love, devotion, and at times, significant challenges. For many
Today, we’re tackling a topic close to our hearts – finding the perfect in-home care agency. Whether you’re doing this
The changing seasons play a significant role in influencing the mental and emotional well-being of seniors. In this blog post,
Aging is an inevitable part of life, and how we choose to navigate this phase has significant implications on our
First, let’s take a moment to applaud. Whether it’s bouncing back from a stroke, navigating the aftermath of heart surgery,
As our loved ones grow older, they might need more help at home. Figuring out when they need this help
Undergoing hip replacement is a transformative experience, promising improved mobility and reduced pain. But, the journey of recovery demands forethought
When your aging parent starts showing signs of dementia, one of the challenging decisions you might face is hiring a
There are lots of people talking about the possibility of a Federal Government shutdown this week, but you are talking
If you are old enough to remember the commercial for the Clapper, then it may be time to make sure