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Have you have heard your father repeat stories over and over again?  We may think he tells the same story again because he can’t remember he told it before. But, by retelling personal stories, elders are often, consciously or subconsciously, trying to reframe their life from the perspective of time. If we give them the […]

How to Convince Your Elderly Loved One That It is No Longer Safe to Drive Because people are living so much longer, many aging adults outlive their ability to drive at a safe age. Deteriorating health, vision and hearing impairments, and medication interactions can all contribute to unsafe driving conditions, which injure more than  500 […]

Conversation vs. Conflict The prospect of talking with your parents about senior living may seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. For many older adults, the idea of moving to a senior living community poses yet another threat to their struggle to maintain control. There are ways for adult children to communicate with their […]

Here is a list of factors that cause people to physically and mentally feel the effects of advancing years—and simple tips for reducing their impact: Move More: Physical neglect as the number one thing that accelerates age and is associated with the vast majority of chronic diseases. Even if you can’t make it to the […]

For many of us, senior living isn’t a consideration until it becomes a necessity. So when senior care is no longer a matter of “if” but “when,” your loved ones may have trouble getting on board with the idea. Some people think you have to be ready to die before you consider leaving your home.  […]

When mom or dad is struggling with the effects of getting older and losing their independence, many families grapple with keeping them at home or moving to a senior community. When mom or dad is not ready to move, keeping them at home and hiring a home care companion can provide a great solution. These ‘caregivers’ not only […]

There is no single “correct” answer to that question. While a big sprawling community with upwards of a thousand residents might feel like home to one person, a more intimate setting that houses less than two dozen residents might be best for another. Others would be perfectly content in a 100- to 200-unit community.   Often, geographic […]

If you are concerned about mom and dad being alone most of the day, hiring a home care companion can provide a great solution. In-home caregivers not only provide them with physical assistance, it also offers them help with the emotional and routine aspects of daily life as well. Consider some of these benefits of hiring help […]

If you’re finding a large amount of new purchases and shopping bags on display when visiting a grandparent or parent, you may be justifiably concerned. Just like younger people have problems with spending, older adults sometimes do too. The fact is, shopping can be a highly social activity, and aging individuals need social contact just […]

The  holidays can be wonderful—but also can be a very difficult time for some seniors. Approximately 6 million people over 65 are depressed. Unfortunately, few seek treatment. Chronic health issues, feelings of loneliness, and loss of loved ones can exacerbate feelings of depression and make the holidays a very difficult time for some seniors. Following is a […]