Aging parents

Tips to Beat Caregiver Holiday Blues

When store employees wish us Merry Christmas we smile back and return the greeting. When acquaintances wave and shout Happy Holidays across a parking...

Mom with Dementia Begs to Go Home: How to Help

Dear Carol: I take care of my 93-year-old mother in my home. Mom’s been physically frail for years, yet until recently, she’s remained cognitively...

The Substantial Sacrifices of Caregiving

Most caregivers have some idea of how they intended to spend their lives. But thanks to medical advancements, aging parents are living longer than...

Caregiver Tips for Enjoying Holidays with Older Adults

Even though most of us have happy memories of holiday celebrations, this time of the year can be stressful. There are pervasive societal expectations...

How to Get Over Feelings That Prevent You from Visiting People in Care Homes and Hospitals

People cite numerous reasons for why they hate visiting nursing homes. Some can’t stand funky smells, others find the sight of disengaged, listless seniors...

How Hiring a Handyman Can Help Your Elderly Parents

Years ago, I saw a van whose driver was letting teenagers off in front of the local high school, where I was doing the...

Trying to Force In-home Care on Independent Older Adult Can Backfire

Dear Carol: Why can’t my 85-year-old mom see that in-home care would help keep her safe? Her mind is great. She uses a computer...

Is Your Parent Safe in his Assisted Living or Nursing Home?

Safety is one of several reasons people decide that elders with chronic health problems are better off in assisted living or nursing homes than...

Geriatric Care Managers Can Help Busy Caregivers

Geriatric care management is a rapidly growing field in the elder care industry. As most caregivers know, researching and coordinating all the care options...