Caring For an Older Loved One With Cancer
It’s always hard to watch a loved one suffer, especially when you know that at the end of that, you might lose them. But it’s harder still for a loved [...]
Sleep Problems That Can Occur In Old Age
It’s no secret that our bodies change as we age. Skin can lose its elasticity, bones and muscles can become more stiff. Teeth might not be as firm as they [...]
Understanding the Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia
As we age, one of the biggest fears that can arise is that of memory loss. The thought of not being able to hold on to precious memories and even [...]
How To Handle Caregiver Burnout
“Put on your own oxygen mask first” is advice that applies to more than just airplane emergency procedures. Being a caregiver for a senior loved one is important work and [...]
How To Recognize Elder Abuse and What To Do About It
Aging can be a vulnerable process. Many seniors find themselves unable to completely care for themselves the way they would have when they were younger. The elderly often move in [...]
How To Help a Loved One Age Comfortably in Place
We all feel most comfortable in our own homes. It’s where all our creature comforts are, a place we’ve arranged specifically for ourselves. We want to be able to come [...]
Understanding Geriatric Mental Health Care
Mental health care is an issue for everyone of any stage of life, but as people begin to age, they can become more susceptible to certain chronic mental illnesses. This [...]
Senior Loved One Moving In? Here Are Our Tips
There may come a time in your life in which your senior loved ones — parents, grandparents, or former guardians — may no longer be able to live independently. While [...]
What Does It Mean To Be a Family Caregiver?
Throughout our lives, our relationships to our family can change drastically. When you’re a child, your family cares for you before you strike out on your own. As an adult, [...]
Caring for Senior Loved Ones in the Midst of COVID-19
Living in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic is a unique, challenging, and at times terrifying time. This is even more true when it comes to caring for seniors and [...]