Reducing Family Caregiver Stress
As your loved one gets older, you might find yourself with a growing list of caregiver duties. Whether you are picking up medications for your mom, driving your... Read more.
Home Safety for Parkinson’s Disease
Nearly 1 million Americans live with Parkinson’s disease, with about 90,000 new diagnoses given each year, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. And whil... Read more.
Comparing Medical vs. Non-Medical Home Care
When you are watching your aging loved one struggle while living at home alone, or with a partner, it can be difficult. You might find yourself calling to check... Read more.
How to Start Difficult Conversations with Your Senior Loved One
If you’ve noticed your loved one struggling with certain tasks at home, or if you’ve found yourself feeling quite worried about them when they are behind th... Read more.
Benefits of Gardening for Seniors
It’s the time of year when everyone begins daydreaming about putting the winter coat away and feeling the sunshine on their faces. As we approach the spring m... Read more.
Choosing a Smartwatch for Your Senior Loved One
Thanks to our smartphones, we can access almost anything simply by pulling it out of our purse or pocket. We can check the weather, our inbox, and a map to our ... Read more.
Answers to Your Questions About Medical Alert Systems
The right medical alert system can provide family caregivers peace of mind, knowing that their senior loved one has a way to immediately contact help if they ha... Read more.
How Much Does Long-Term Care Insurance Cost?
Today’s older adults are savvy, choosing to focus on all aspects of future planning, including the “what-ifs” of senior living and long-term care. Underst... Read more.
How Long Will Medicare Pay for Home Health Care?
Medicare is health insurance for seniors, paying for preventative care and significantly offsetting the cost for healthcare, senior living, and home care. Howev... Read more.
Home Adjustments for Someone Just Diagnosed with Dementia
Home Adjustments for Someone Just Diagnosed with Dementia A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia brings many emotions for both the sen... Read more.