Home Safety and Aging In Place

Home Safety and Aging In Place

Keeping your loved one safe and sound in their own home is important for aging in place. With a few changes and upgrades, you can create a safer home environment for your elderly loved one. This article will discuss how to improve your elderly loved one’s safety...
Holidays and Dementia Care

Holidays and Dementia Care

The holidays are a time for family and tradition. But, when your elderly loved one is living with dementia, it can be a more stressful time than usual. Dementia adds a number of difficulties to the holiday season. This article can help you and your family navigate...

Caregiving as a Team

Many families like to be involved in their loved one’s care, in addition to hiring a home health aide or nurse. Working with your loved one’s aide allows for a more complete care strategy. Just because you hire a home health aide for your loved one, it doesn’t mean...
In-Home Care for Veterans

In-Home Care for Veterans

Many of our nation’s veterans require assistance later in life because of injuries that occurred while in the service of the country. When your veteran loved one needs assistance in their daily life, there are many avenues to consider. Hiring in-home care is a good...

Downsize Household Items for Seniors

As your elderly loved one continues to need more help around the house, one way you can help them out is to downsize household items. From mobility issues to declining strength, it can be a challenge for many elderly individuals to deal with large-size household...
Quitting Smoking: Tips for Seniors

Quitting Smoking: Tips for Seniors

If your elderly loved one is a smoker, it is likely going to be hard to get them to quit. However, quitting smoking can dramatically benefit your loved one’s health, funds, and more. Getting your loved one to quit can help them live out the remainder of their life...
Autumnal Activities for Seniors and their Grandchildren

Autumnal Activities for Seniors and their Grandchildren

Autumn is a season filled with fun activities for children. Thankfully, there are plenty that can be enjoyable for both children and their elderly grandparents. This article will explore some fun Autumnal bonding activities for seniors and children. When choosing...
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...
Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month

Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month

Photo courtesy of the Foundation for Women’s Cancer   September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. As such, we wanted to share information and resources that can be important to women in our community. It is important to talk with your primary care...
Tips on Cleaning Dentures for Seniors

Tips on Cleaning Dentures for Seniors

Dentures are part of life for many seniors, but proper care of your dental implants can be vital to keeping them healthy and safe. Food particles and bacteria can affect dentures, just like your original teeth. If you have complete or partial dentures, it is important...