As a family caregiver, you no doubt experience a variety of feelings during the day: shared laughter over a joke with a senior loved one;…
Senior Care Tips: How to Avoid Crossing the Line From Motivation to Bullying
July 3, 2019
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Senior Care in St. Louis: The Importance of Positivity to Overcome Caregiver Stress
June 20, 2019
Our facial expressions divulge so much to people around us, and when you’re experiencing an unusual degree of stress, well-meaning friends and family will surely…
Top Tips for Aging Adults to Get the Most Out of Doctor Appointments
June 13, 2019
On any particular day, a doctor usually has approximately 20 patients to see – in addition to telephone calls, paperwork, and other administrative responsibilities. It…
The #1 Fear As a Family Caregiver and How to Overcome It
June 6, 2019
“Of course Dad can move in with me!” Increasingly more family care providers are making this commendable choice each and every day, signifying the beginning…
Why One-Third of U.S. Employees Are Exiting Their Jobs
April 5, 2019
Recently, actor Rob Lowe brought caregiving into the spotlight by discussing his story of taking care of his mom and the impact it had on…
Home Care Services in St. Louis: Making a Marriage Work Amongst Strains of Senior Care
February 10, 2019
In marriage, we consent to stick together for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health – but what doesn’t come…
Learn How to Better Communicate with Aging Parents to Avoid Hurt Feelings
February 9, 2018
It is always best to tell the truth, right? Yet there are occasions when some truths are better left unsaid or at least worded more…
Sharing the Care Load: Sibling Rivalry Over Aging Parents
January 16, 2018
Remember how challenging it could be when you were a child to learn the lesson of sharing with your siblings? While the importance of considering…
What To Do When a Senior Receives Too Much Healthcare
December 17, 2017
Most people desire the most beneficial medical care for our family members, but is it feasible that every now and then, less is best? According…
The Evolution of Family Home Care for the Sandwich Generation: Meet the Boomerangs
June 18, 2017
Due in part to the advances of science and medicine, humans are living longer than ever before, resulting in a new role for the sandwich…