Managing Caregiving Techniques that Can Help
Did you ever wish you could just pick up the phone and call someone who would take stock of your situation, help you access the right services, counsel you and your family to help resolve some of your...
View ArticleHearing aids for the rock-and-roll generation
(BPT) – Baby boomers grew up listening to The Who’s Live at Leeds and other albums with liner notes that admonished young rockers to “play it loud” or “turn it up.” For the generation that grew up...
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Fall Prevention for Seniors: Tips to Prevent Falls at Home
From slick floors to overzealous pets, our homes are filled with obstacles that can cause us to fall. The dangers of fall-related injuries are especially high for senior citizens. In fact, one-third of...
View ArticleSenior Driving
In 2020, there will be 55 million people who are 65 years or older on the road. In the U.S., we are living longer and driving more but there will come a time in every seniors life when you have to...
View ArticleCaregiver Advice Sheet – Washing & Bathing
For most adults, washing is a personal and private activity. When you are helping someone with dementia to wash, it is important to be sensitive and tactful and to respect their dignity. A few simple...
View ArticleSeniors – Is it Time to Move?
How to Decide if You Should Move By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide There are many reasons for senior citizens to consider moving; retirement, changes in lifestyle and health are just a few reasons....
View ArticleUnderstanding Long Term Care
Whether you are looking for information for yourself or for a loved one, it is important to understand what long-term care is and how it pertains to you. There are many types of services and resources...
View ArticleRed Flags When You Visit Your Aging Parents
¨ Change in weight ¨ Change in short term memory ¨ Change in usual routine ¨ Change is speech and/or ambulation ¨ Bills not being paid ¨ Entering contests ¨ Refusing to go with...
View ArticleWhy You Must Identify Elder Financial Abuse
3 billion dollars is lost in financial elder abuse every year. This specialist describes how easy financial abuse can happen but also what to do when you see something suspicious.
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Long Term Care Is Coming – Are You Ready?
Here are the facts on actual costs, care options and tips to help you prepare now for this likely and expensive need. Click on the image below to download a larger size graphic
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