Family Caregivers, We Want to Support You!
May 21, 2024
It’s easy for family members to realize that they’ve sacrificed most of their own wants and needs to prioritize caring for a family member. It may seem normal, then, to
It’s easy for family members to realize that they’ve sacrificed most of their own wants and needs to prioritize caring for a family member. It may seem normal, then, to
As a family caregiver, handling normal responsibilities on top of caring for family members can feel like juggling flaming swords and knives. It’s natural for family members to become overwhelmed
All of us are at risk when it comes to unexpected falls, but the risk increases if we have unsafe conditions in our homes, we’re walking outside on uneven surfaces,
There was a period of time when Mom only required care assistance a few days each week, just for a couple of hours each day. As her needs evolved, having
As people age, their evolving abilities may prompt the need for increased support. Initially, an older adult’s care journey may involve an in-home caregiver assisting with light housekeeping, meal preparation,
Reflecting on the journey of life prompts contemplation about the lessons learned along the way. Life doesn’t provide a manual, but it does offer something even more valuable: the shared
We all share a common desire to leave behind a world that’s better than we found it. One impactful way to achieve this is to leave a lasting legacy to
A poor transition from the hospital to home is often the reason for unplanned, expensive, and often traumatic readmissions, many of which could have been prevented. Quality in-home healthcare can
It’s a great feeling to hear that an older loved one is ready for discharge from the hospital after a surgical procedure. However, as they hand you that mountain of
One of the most challenging issues you are likely to face when caring for an ageing or ill loved one is resistance to additional help, especially when they get to
If you are a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran, you will want to understand the benefits that may be available to you to help cover the cost
There is a popular misconception that if someone is covered by Medicare, it will cover the cost for in-home care services when the need arises. However, unfortunately, this is simply
One of the most fascinating things about human beings is that each and every one is completely unique, and that doesn’t change simply because of age. As we age, we
If you’re the child of an aging parent, you have almost certainly listened to your loved one explain their wish to age at home instead of moving to a nursing
Like many seniors, my 94-year-old father always says that he doesn’t want to be a burden on his family, but at the same time, he is adamant about staying in