July 28, 2023
What comes to mind when you think of fall prevention for older loved ones? Adding more lighting? Eliminating clutter along with other tripping hazards? Keeping …Read More
April 28, 2023
You have just left the doctor’s office with Mom. She is sending over a new prescription to the local pharmacy that should be ready by …Read More
November 25, 2022
It is a discussion no one wants to have with our older parents, but one that will probably be necessary sooner or later. To be …Read More
August 26, 2022
Growing older requires us to adjust to a number of changes. Our kids grow up and leave the nest. We may choose to sell the …Read More
June 24, 2022
While helping Mom prepare lunch yesterday, she turned around, lost her balance, and started to fall. Fortunately, you were able to get there in time …Read More
August 27, 2021
They say distance makes the heart grow fonder, but caregiving for senior parents from afar can cause additional feelings: helplessness, worry, and concern, to name …Read More
June 11, 2021
Throughout the entire long, cold winter, we eagerly anticipated the heat of summer. What a relief to finally throw open the windows and let the …Read More
February 26, 2021
Falls in the elderly are an immensely serious threat. Up to one in four seniors will experience a fall, and after falling, the risk of …Read More
September 18, 2020
While not unusual in older adults, urinary incontinence is a challenging condition to handle, impacting daily life in lots of ways and often leading to …Read More
August 28, 2020
Following a medical procedure or hospitalization, the words we look forward to hearing most are, “Here are your discharge papers – you’re free to go …Read More