Deciding on the right care option for a loved one is one of the most personal and important decisions a family can make. If your…
Caregiving can impact every facet of your life and cause enormous stress. You may be your parent’s sole caregiver, helping them with housework, transportation, dressing,…
As your parents age, they will experience normal age-related changes to their brain. Neurons that die from “old age” aren’t replaced, and messages move between…
Memory care is a special kind of long-term care designed to meet the specific needs of people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia or…
You may have just noticed that your parents don’t seem to talk about their friends much any more, but they—and you—have been losing friends since…
Siblings disagree (shocking surprise, right?). Whether it be a heated argument over the “official” rules when playing Monopoly as kids to which house should host…
There are many ways to celebrate your “mom” on Mother’s Day to make her feel extra special. But, what if she lives in an assisted…
In today’s increasingly connected world, being online has become a way of life for all ages—including older adults. Whether it’s video chatting with grandkids, shopping…
After a day in the sun, nothing sounds better than an ice-cold glass of water — unless you’re a senior. As you age, your body’s…
Sibling disagreements, caregiving challenges, and power struggles often arise when caring for aging parents.