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…
Tips for Discussing the Health of Aging Parents During Your Holiday Visit
December 19, 2023
Category: Senior Independence
Preparing for the Changes That Come With At-Home Alzheimer’s Care
November 15, 2023
Alzheimer’s changes the life of the person receiving the diagnosis, as well as the lives of all of their loved ones. It is important for…
What to Expect From ALS in Each Stage
August 9, 2023
Receiving a Lou Gehrig’s disease (also known as ALS) diagnosis also comes with a mountain of questions and concerns for both the person diagnosed and…
Is It Time for Home Care Services for an Aging Loved One?
February 9, 2023
If you are the child of an elderly mother or father, you’ve likely listened to your loved one discuss their desire to remain at home…
Crucial Health Questions to Ask Seniors During the Holidays
November 18, 2022
It’s been quite some time since you have had the opportunity for a nice, long visit with Mom. Now that the holiday season is here,…
Understanding the Benefits of Hugs on Senior Health
October 26, 2022
Remember during the height of the pandemic, when social distancing was the norm and we had to settle for virtual visits? One of the most…
Tips for Downsizing for a Senior With Dementia
August 24, 2022
You have determined the family home is just way too much for your mother and father to take care of. A small home became available…
Time Management Tips for Family Caregivers
June 22, 2022
If today’s to-dos seem like much more than you can possibly fit into 24 short hours, you’re not alone! Family caregivers are often inundated with…
Watch for These Signs That Could Point to Senior Mobility Issues
June 7, 2022
Benjamin Franklin certainly had it right: An ounce of prevention is really worth a pound of cure. When it comes to noticing and addressing senior…
When Worry Over the Cost of Care Keeps Seniors from Getting the Help They Need
April 21, 2022
A lot of today’s older adults grew up during the Great Depression. They lived through a period when the country was cutting corners and pinching…