Caring for a senior at home is a continuously evolving process. First, there are the long-term plans made with consideration with the current “knowns.” Then, there are the decisions that need to be made in any given moment as the result of the unknowns – a fall, a sudden onset illness, the more rapid…
You’re never too old to exercise. While fitness goals for older adults should be modified to accommodate any physical or medical concerns, the body needs to breathe, move, get the heart rate up, and physically engage with the world around it to be its best self. And, don’t forget that mental exercises count, too! Establishing…
Given the challenges of caring for an aging adult, you need access to tips, resources, and support for balancing your professional life with caregiving roles. Every person who cares for an aging family member deserves help and support so they can be their best self — physically and emotionally. This includes maintaining harmony between their…
Seniors, especially those living independently or who have an Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis are vulnerable to financial scams and financial abuse. According to the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission, there are three reasons for this: Seniors typically hold more liquid wealth in terms of savings, retirement holdings, and checking accounts. Cognitive decline makes them more…
Elderly parents face dozens of challenges that can cause them to become irritable, irrational, or demanding. They may grieve getting older, experience chronic pain, or feel angry about changes to their finances, health, social circle, or living arrangements. How To Lighten The Load When Dealing With Demanding Elderly Parents While you primarily carry the load,…
Full-time caregivers of elderly parents have a great weight on their shoulders. However, even part-time caregiving has its fair share of stresses and emotional/energetic strains. This is particularly true if you’re in what’s known as “The Sandwich Generation” (sandwiched between aging parents and kids who still live at home) OR if yourself or someone in…
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