Each year, the third Friday in February is designated as National Caregivers Day. This is a day to thank the caregivers in your parents' lives. It's a day to treat family caregivers or paid caregivers with something unexpected. Here are some neat ideas...
Read MoreWinter brings cooler temperatures. Some areas see rain while others experience lots of snow. No matter where you are, windows close up for the season and heating systems turn on. You may start seeing more dust in your home. Windows aren't open, so it's...
Read MoreWhen you live on the other side of the country, it's very likely that you only see your mom and dad around major holidays. A phone call is not enough to actually see the physical and mental changes that have taken place over the year. Now that you're...
Read MoreIf your senior has dementia you might be starting to deal with something called challenging behaviors. There’s a lot that falls under this category, including repetitive actions and vocalizations, wandering, and more. Tracking these behaviors will give...
Read MoreJust because your senior has dementia, that doesn’t mean she’s immune to stress. In fact, she’s likely experiencing a great deal of stress that elder care providers can help you to sort out. Exhaustion Is a Stressor Your elderly family member might be...
Read MoreSince temperatures are starting to drop in many areas, it is essential to note that those with arthritis are probably having flare-ups. Many people with arthritis have flare-ups when the weather changes, especially when it gets colder. While this can’t...
Read MoreVision loss can be reductive for seniors in many other aspects of life. It could reduce their overall safety, affect the responses their bodies have to other health issues, and much more. One of the most important losses can be that of an independent...
Read MoreYou might be surprised to realize that your senior’s bedroom might not be as comfortable to her as it once was. It also might have more safety concerns than you or she might have noticed. There Is No Clutter or Other Potential Tripping Hazards One of...
Read MoreAs a senior care provider, you may be worried about the senior citizen that you are taking care of. There might be many things you are worried about including their driving. You might be...
Read More
We Value Quality of Care
and Quality of Life!