Aging is a natural part of life, so the ideal outlook is to be proactive and plan ahead for a long-term care plan. However, it can be challenging when aging parents are in denial or unwilling to discuss and address their growing need for assistance. This article will address challenges and share solutions related to…
The winter season is risky for elderly parents – and not necessarily for the more obvious reasons that spring to mind. While cold temperatures, wet or icy conditions, and flu season are certainly things to prepare for – this time of year can take an emotional and energetic toll on seniors as well. The following…
Fact: It is possible to gain compensation as a paid caregiver for a spouse or family member, such as elderly parents. Reality: Compensation is not much if you are currently working at a job that pays livable wages, especially if your employer provides your medical and retirement benefits. Research Carefully Before Becoming A Caregiver for…
According to AARP, 87 percent of adults aged 65 years and older want to remain in their home as they age. It’s a natural inclination—most prefer the comforts of home over new or different environments. “We have attachments to our homes, neighborhoods, friends, families,” says Karen Smith, OT, CAPS, Approved Provider Program Manager Practice Associate…
One of the most stressful experiences any adult child can go through is having an aging parent who refuses to move into an assisted living or memory care facility. This is compounded if s/he is also resistant to bring licensed care into the home. In the worst case scenario, it requires the eventual and inevitable…
If you are searching for care for your loved one, chances are it’s because they have come to a point where they are starting to have mental and/or physical struggles. Perhaps it’s a case of mental confusion, a physical change or hardest of all, a total or partial loss of independence. As you can imagine,…
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