When you’re responsible for caring for an older family member at home, you may find yourself in situations where you need to help them with…
Avoiding Injuries: Best Practices for Lifting and Transferring Seniors
June 6, 2024
June 6, 2024
When you’re responsible for caring for an older family member at home, you may find yourself in situations where you need to help them with…
May 22, 2024
“Excuse me?” “Would you say that again, dear?” “I apologize—what did you say?” If this sounds familiar in your conversations with a beloved older adult,…
March 7, 2024
As Jane Austen once stated, “There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort.” And for individuals with a chronic condition, like multiple sclerosis…
December 19, 2023
Returning home for the holidays can be a heartwarming experience, filled with festive cheer and the joy of reuniting with loved ones. However, for many…
December 11, 2023
The holiday season is typically a joyous time filled with warmth, festivities, and the company of loved ones. However, for some individuals, especially seniors, this…
November 15, 2023
Alzheimer’s changes the life of the person receiving the diagnosis, as well as the lives of all of their loved ones. It is important for…
November 4, 2023
People who provide Alzheimer’s care know how essential flexibility, patience, and being able to expect the unexpected are in caring for someone with the disease….
September 11, 2023
It’s hard to beat the feeling of a good meal for most of us – savory tastes, amazing smells, and the comforting feeling of a…
August 16, 2023
ALS (sometimes called Lou Gehrig’s disease) is a degenerating neurological disease that brings many physical challenges that often lead to clinical depression. For individuals helping…
August 9, 2023
Receiving a Lou Gehrig’s disease (also known as ALS) diagnosis also comes with a mountain of questions and concerns for both the person diagnosed and…