Archive for Month: October

Shining the Spotlight on Those Who Care for Those in Need

National Family Caregivers Month was created to recognize and honor the contributions of family caregivers from children to seniors. The theme for 2022 is Caregiving Around the Clock – something family caregivers definitely relate to! This year, family caregivers...

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Working Together to Benefit Seniors

One of the most valuable benefits of developing and nurturing trusted, mutually beneficial relationships between healthcare providers, senior living advisors, and supporting solution providers is those receiving care – and their families – have peace of mind with their...

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Memory and Forgetfulness: The Difference Between Normal Aging and Dementia

Memory lapses are a normal part of aging, and most people will experience some changes in memory and cognition as they get older, such as forgetting someone’s name or an important occasion. Just because your mother is experiencing problems...

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The Six Types of CCRC Contracts

CCRCs, or Continuing Care Retirement Communities are senior living communities that provide housing, personal and social services, and health care for life. If your parents are planning to move to a CCRC, there are several things they need to...

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What to Do When Your Family Can’t Agree on Your Parent’s Care Plan

Watching your mom or dad’s health slowly decline can be very painful for the entire family. However, each family member probably has their own way of dealing with the situation and different ideas on what is the right solution...

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Understanding Dementia With Virtual Reality

As a healthcare provider for seniors, diagnoses such as dementia are not uncommon. Doctors, social workers, and nurses train to assist seniors and their families in preparing for the often complicated process. It can become difficult to advise clients...

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Caregiving From a Distance: What You Can Do as a Long-Distance Caregiver

There is no substitute for proximity in caregiving. Being a caregiver to provide emotional, physical, and even financial support is a tremendous responsibility – and burden. Trying to do it from a distance makes it even harder. For many,...

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