Relationships

How to Convince Your Parent to Move to Assisted Living

Conventional wisdom says that we all want to stay in our own homes for as long as we can. That is likely...

People stare. Most are not unkind; they are just curious. But when someone “different” from the norm becomes part of their environment,...

You took your mom to the doctor, and she’s upset with you because the appointment took too long. You helped Dad with...

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

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...

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

Note: Since this article was written, some newer options have appeared on the market. Rinseless bath cloths and other options are available...

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

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

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