November 17, 2020
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Planning For The Holidays? Respite Care Can Help

The holidays will soon be upon us—a joyful time of travel and gift-giving to share with family and friends. But for many who are caring for an […]
October 27, 2020
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Looking In On Loved Ones When You’re Not Around

Have you checked on Nan and Pops today? It’s a question familiar to many families of independently living seniors. Checking in regularly with our elder loved […]
June 23, 2020
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Keeping Your Mind Sharp When Outside Activity Is Limited

As we age, our alertness, memory, and mental acuity may wane. In most people, these changes are gradual, but they can leave many seniors feeling lonely […]
May 27, 2020
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Food For Thought—Is Your Elderly Loved One Eating Properly?

The World Health Organization (WHO) has noted that elders are at increased risk for malnutrition. Health problems, sensory deficits, and declining memory can all contribute to […]
September 18, 2015

5 Frequently Asked Questions About Long-Term Care Insurance

Although our society’s growing life expectancy can certainly be a positive, it creates a dilemma for many Although our society’s growing life expectancy can certainly be […]
September 9, 2015

Keeping the Bathroom Safe for Seniors

According to Consumer Affairs, more than one in three persons over age 65 fall each year, often at home. The bathroom is one of the most […]
September 2, 2015

2 of the Best Reasons to Choose Home Care

Are you investigating options for long-term care? With the “graying” of the baby boomer generation, the marketplace has been scrambling to keep up with the growing […]
August 24, 2015

How to Keep the Mind Sharp as You Age

Although the jury is still out on exactly how much each of these healthy behaviors affect cognitive decline, there are so many other benefits, there’s certainly […]
August 14, 2015

10 Warning Signs of Depression in Older Adults

Depression does not have to be a part of the aging process. Certainly there are challenges later in life that give rise to sadness – a […]
August 6, 2015

4 Questions to Ask Yourself if You’re a Spousal Caregiver

While a caregiving relationship may feel natural and comfortable between a parent and a child, it can be much more difficult to accept when the roles […]
July 24, 2015

Summertime Fun with Your Home Caregiver

When we think of a home caregiver, often the first thing that comes to mind is someone helping with laundry, cooking or personal care. But one […]
July 15, 2015

How an Elder Specialist Can Help Seniors Evaluate Their Options

When it becomes apparent that a change in day to day living arrangements must be made, how do you approach the problem? There are many choices: […]
July 1, 2015

Top 3 Ways Seniors Can Benefit from a Pet

There’s nothing better than a happy dog greeting you at the door, or a sleeping cat purring on your lap. We know instinctively that pets can […]
July 1, 2015

Why Volunteering is So Important for Seniors

Did you know that volunteering can extend your life? In a seminal study out of the University of Michigan, researchers found that volunteers over 65 years […]
June 15, 2015

Home Care is a Great Part Time Job

If you are caring and compassionate, and find that you naturally want to help others, home caregiving might be a perfect fit. Where else can you […]
June 9, 2015

Is Your First Aid Kit Stocked for Senior Emergencies?

Although you can buy a pre-packaged first aid kit at most drug stores, it’s important to inventory the kit to make sure it contains what you […]
April 29, 2015

Having “The Talk” with Your Aging Parent: Conversation Starters

Even if you know that it’s time to have “the talk” with your aging parents, it’s tough to bring up such a delicate subject. Will they […]
April 22, 2015

How to Prevent Caregiver Theft

As you consider hiring a caregiver, you may be fearful about letting a stranger into your loved ones’ home – how can you be sure they […]