More seniors are choosing to age in place, staying at home instead of moving into an assisted living facility. But independent living can only be successful with a strong support system and an environment that’s safe and secure.
by Working Daughter Initiating certain conversations with our aging parents can be intimidating. Whether the topic is giving up driving, moving to a senior living community, accepting more help, or adhering to doctor’s orders, just thinking about broaching the...
t is so frustrating when our parents don’t accept our help or listen to our advice, isn’t it? We expect our teenagers not to listen to us, but our parents, shouldn’t they know better?
Amid the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s all too easy to get caught up in must-do tasks and forget the power of having a little fun.
When people ask us if caregiving is a blessing or a burden, we often respond both. And research bears out our answer.
Caring for an aging parent is often referred to as a role reversal when the parent becomes the child and the adult child becomes the parent.
What we often don’t do as human beings who are juggling multiple competing priorities is reflect on how to care for ourselves.
Eldercare is challenging enough on its own. Then throw in family dynamics and the complexity increases
A daycation: one day just for you. You can make this happen and I won’t entertain your excuses.
If you are a member of the sandwich generation, one of the millions of women raising kids, caring for an aging parent, and trying to earn a living, your life is a series of constant choices.
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Amid the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s all too easy to get caught up in must-do tasks and forget the power of having a little fun. With everything else you have to do, it could even feel like a luxury you don’t have time to enjoy.
More seniors are choosing to age in place, staying at home instead of moving into an assisted living facility. But independent living can only be successful with a strong support system and an environment that’s safe and secure.
We’ve gathered five fun ways to stay healthy and active to help you manage your stress and improve your overall wellbeing. Not only will you feel better, but you’ll also be stronger and more compassionate toward those you’re caring for.
