Caregiver

Coming to terms with your parents’ aging is incredibly difficult; it can bring a range of emotions and stressors into your life. Dealing with parents who refuse help can intensify this challenge. It is frustrating to try to convince your parent that it is time to examine long-term care options that meet their needs or… Continue reading How to Deal With Elderly Parents Who Refuse Help

While there are many conditions that may push a family to seek additional help for their aging loved one, few are as devastating as dementia. Although some amount of memory loss and forgetfulness should be expected, catching dementia early can help your family make the most of the time you have left. In our comprehensive… Continue reading 8 Early Signs of Dementia (and 5 Tips on How to Help Your Loved One)

Taking care of your aging loved one isn’t something you have to manage alone. Whether you’re caring for a parent, spouse, or other family member, it’s vital to provide them with the best possible care. If your loved one isn’t ready for full-time assistance (such as a nursing facility), home care may be the right… Continue reading How to Find High-Quality Home Care for Your Loved One

You might remember your wedding vows like they were uttered only yesterday, but nothing can really prepare you for the work it takes to uphold those vows as you both age and decline. No matter what your former years held, you’ll wrestle with how to love and cherish your partner in sickness and in health… Continue reading 10 Signs You Need Help with Your Aging Spouse

What is Caregiver Burnout and How to Avoid It Working as a caregiver for seniors is an incredibly rewarding role – this is probably one of the things that drew you to this career in the first place. However, for the great aspects of this job, it can also be incredibly stressful and can be… Continue reading How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout

Tips for Managing a Loved One’s Finances Even though tens of millions of adults take care of loved ones, not many identify as a caregiver. Caregivers usually tend to the needs of another person with limitations such as disability or illness. Besides looking out for the physical well-being of people with limited capabilities, caregivers also… Continue reading A Caregiver’s Guide to Managing Finances for a Loved one

Many senior citizens prefer to age at home, but not all seniors are safe aging in their homes. If your aging parent is considering aging-in-place, or if you are serving as a family caregiver to an elderly family member in your own home, there are several ways you can make the home a safer place… Continue reading Safety Tips for Seniors at Home

Finding care for an elderly parent or family member can be challenging; deciding from the many options and programs available for senior care can be overwhelming and expensive. Opting to serve as a caregiver for a loved one can also be challenging, especially for adult children caring for elderly parents. Taking care of mom or… Continue reading Advice for Taking Care of Elderly Parents at Home