Does My Loved One Need In-Home Care?

Does My Loved One Need In-Home Care?

If your aging parent is having difficulties with mobility or caring for themselves, they may not want to talk with you about it. Unfortunately, this is why many elderly individuals go through a severe medical emergency before getting the help they need around the...

Six Ideas for Caregivers

Talk: Listening is just as important as talking. You can discuss doctor appointments, changes in work schedules, current events, travel and holiday plans. Engage in conversation. Express yourself clearly and effectively as it is necessary and therapeutic, even when...
Music and Dementia Care

Music and Dementia Care

Music plays an important role in the development of memories. Songs that are important to us can bring back emotions and memories every time you listen to them. Music has the power to help us recall these evocative memories, even for those long-affected by dementia....
Hearing Loss in Seniors

Hearing Loss in Seniors

Hearing loss is a common issue for many aging seniors. Poor hearing is a part of getting older, and it can create a lot of issues for your loved one. This article will discuss signs that your loved one’s hearing is fading, and ways to improve communication with them....
In-Home Care vs Nursing Homes

In-Home Care vs Nursing Homes

As your loved ones age, it becomes harder and harder for them to fully care for themselves independently. When deciding how to best provide care for your loved one as they age, many families try to figure out whether or not to take their loved one out of their home....
Discussing Long-Term Care Plans

Discussing Long-Term Care Plans

When you feel that it is time to begin discussing long-term care plans with your elderly loved one, it can be important to understand the gravity of that decision. Most elderly individuals will not want to have that conversation. For many, accepting that they need...