The traditional approach to senior care often involved moving older adults to nursing homes or assisted living facilities once their care needs increased. This practice…
Empowering Senior Independence With Home Care Services
November 13, 2024
Category: Caregiver Tips
Coping With End-of-Life Changes: A Focus on Comfort Over Nutrition
October 18, 2024
When a loved one is nearing the end of life, every moment becomes sacred, and the changes they experience can be confusing and heartbreaking. One…
Supporting a Loved One With Alzheimer’s at the End of Life
October 8, 2024
End-of-life care is an incredibly personal experience, but when Alzheimer’s disease is involved, it becomes more intricate and emotionally demanding. Unlike other terminal illnesses, dementia’s…
Finding Balance: Strategies for Family Caregivers
July 18, 2024
As a family caregiver, you’ve embarked on a journey that demands resilience, patience, and empathy—experiences shared by countless others each year. Caring for a loved…
Understanding The Importance of Self-Care for Family Caregivers
July 3, 2024
Providing in-home care for a loved one is profoundly satisfying but can also be extremely challenging. As a family caregiver, you might find that the…
Minimizing Risk: Lifting and Transfer Tips for Caregivers
June 19, 2024
The data is alarming: more than 50% of all caregivers report injuries from lifting or transferring an older adult. As an increasing number of family…
Avoiding Injuries: Best Practices for Lifting and Transferring Seniors
June 6, 2024
When you’re responsible for caring for an older family member at home, you may find yourself in situations where you need to help them with…
Strategies for Better Communication When Experiencing Hearing Loss
May 22, 2024
“Excuse me?” “Would you say that again, dear?” “I apologize—what did you say?” If this sounds familiar in your conversations with a beloved older adult,…
Enhance Comfort and Safety With MS-Friendly Home Modifications
March 7, 2024
As Jane Austen once stated, “There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort.” And for individuals with a chronic condition, like multiple sclerosis…
Tips for Discussing the Health of Aging Parents During Your Holiday Visit
December 19, 2023
Returning home for the holidays can be a heartwarming experience, filled with festive cheer and the joy of reuniting with loved ones. However, for many…