Nothing will stop a conversation faster than bringing up the choice between independence and safety when talking about seniors driving. The amount of angst when confronting an aging parent on whether or not they should be taking the wheel is deep and emotional. In some cases, caregivers feel like it’s a decision that they don’t …
Apr
05
Taking Care of Others Means Taking Care of You
It’s a lot of work taking care of an elderly parent but add on to that the pressures of your own family, work, and everyday stress and you have a recipe for disaster. How many times do caregivers ask the in-home senior care person questions about their elderly parents needs and emotional well-being but may …
Mar
31
Spring Cleaning for the Elderly: Chores Around the House
Spring cleaning is a series of chores typically performed when the mercury first starts to rise and the seasonal snow and ice finally come to an end. Spring cleaning is a way of preparing the house for the end of winter and the coming of the warmer months. And although spring cleaning is little more …
Mar
20
Assisting the Elderly with a Little Spring Cleaning: Clothing and Blankets
Spring has officially sprung for most of the nation. After too many months of slick and chilly weather, it actually seems as if Old Man Winter has finally released his icy grip on much of the nation. One look at the temperature gauge and you’ll easily see that the sub-zero temperatures have given way to …