If you have elderly parents, the time will come when you need to have THE conversation. Hopefully, you will have it when your parents are vibrant, energetic, and possess all their faculties. Your parents can tell you their plans and hopes for the future, and you can tell them how you will be able to […]

Adults want their independence, it’s human nature. Unfortunately, there comes a time when driving may be a hazard for your parent and others. Age itself isn’t necessarily a reason to take the keys away. But if driving skills are suffering or judgment seems impaired, you’ll want to have a talk before it’s too late. We […]

Of course, you care about your elderly parent. But it’s becoming clear that you’re burning out and just can’t devote long hours to their needs anymore. Now what? First, remember that you are not alone. Feelings of guilt and depression are natural but must be addressed for your own mental and physical health. Talking with siblings or supportive family […]

When you think of relationships important to you, who do you think of? Many people would think of their partner or children, their best friends, or work colleagues. These connections with people who encourage and support us are crucial to our emotional health and overall wellbeing. Unfortunately, seniors can find themselves living without friendships and relationships as they enter their older adult years.

While dementia, like Alzheimer’s Disease, does not have a cure, certain medications can slow the disease process down or help to combat health side effects that often accompany the disease. Research is also proving promising when it comes to early diagnosis, which can allow prescription medications to begin their work more quickly. If you have a loved one who has been recently diagnosed with dementia, or if your love

The days may be shorter right now, but darker evenings do not necessarily mean sleep comes more easily.

As older adults plan for retirement, they might not have necessarily thought about where they would live. While many choose to remain living at home, independent living is another option that has many advantages. Adults choose to move to independent living for a variety of reasons, including the option to experience a maintenance-free lifestyle that […]

Dementia is a chronic condition that progressively decreases cognition, leading to substantial declines in a person’s mental functioning and ability to care for themselves. As a result, people with dementia need increasing amounts of support as the condition progresses and can lose the ability to engage in many of their previous hobbies and passions. However, […]

Discussing a move to memory care can be challenging, especially considering the symptoms of different stages of dementia, but with thoughtful planning, empathy, and understanding, you can approach these conversations with gentle support. By acknowledging the distinct needs at each dementia stage, you can effectively navigate these discussions, ensuring your loved one receives the compassionate […]

Our parents are often sources of advice and strength, guiding us through life and providing support when needed. However, roles can change as they age, and we may find ourselves supporting them instead, creating a new situation. In doing so, we need to ask ourselves how we can best help aging parents, which includes recognizing […]

Navigating a loved one’s transition to assisted living can be emotionally challenging, especially when faced with resistance from your loved one. It’s understandable that a loved one may be resistant to assisted living, but it’s important that they get the care they need. This article aims to provide understanding and actionable steps to help you […]

Home care is an excellent solution for older adults who need a little extra support to live independently at home. However, it is common for home care services to become too expensive to be sustainable, especially as chronic needs or complex medical conditions require additional hours of service from a home care agency. Fortunately, there […]