Hospice Care: Practical Information & Personal Reflections
While a cancer diagnosis is no longer tantamount to a sentence of death, in my Mother’s case, it was. In August… Continue reading Hospice Care: Practical Information & Personal Reflections
Chair Yoga for Seniors: Reduce Pain and Improve Health
Chair yoga is a great way for older adults to get the wonderful health benefits of yoga. Staying seated means… Continue reading Chair Yoga for Seniors: Reduce Pain and Improve Health
When They Say No: 8 Ways to Introduce In-Home Care for Seniors
You desperately need regular breaks, but your older adult absolutely refuses an in-home caregiver. What can you do? Seniors often… Continue reading When They Say No: 8 Ways to Introduce In-Home Care for Seniors
Which End-of-Life Form is Needed? POLST vs DNR
POLST vs DNR: they’re two different end-of-life forms. If your older adult knows how they want to be treated during… Continue reading Which End-of-Life Form is Needed? POLST vs DNR
Tips on Having “The Talk” with Aging Parents
Open communication between parents and children about financial, estate and long-term care planning matters benefits the family on a number… Continue reading Tips on Having “The Talk” with Aging Parents
Home Dementia Exercise Program Increases Abilities and Improves Symptoms
Dementia exercise programs improve cognitive symptoms A new dementia exercise therapy program that can easily be done at home improves… Continue reading Home Dementia Exercise Program Increases Abilities and Improves Symptoms
8 Ways to Prevent Alzheimer’s Wandering
Alzheimer’s wandering is dangerous. Getting lost or accidentally wandering away is a serious issue for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia… Continue reading 8 Ways to Prevent Alzheimer’s Wandering
Homeowner and Reverse Mortgage Scams
Homeowners beware! Another potential source of financial scam is through reverse mortgage scams. Direct mail pieces, emails, even TV ads,… Continue reading Homeowner and Reverse Mortgage Scams