Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be overwhelming, but the more information and support you have, the better you can navigate the demanding road ahead. The more support you have, the better you will be able to help your loved one. As you come to grips with an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, you’ll be worried…
Finding the right care for a loved one isn’t always easy. But, understanding the differences between your options will help make your search a little easier. Agency In-Home Care In-home care agencies provide you with choices, like a registry would, but the process is guided. When you meet with an agency Care Manager during the…
Growing older and retiring doesn’t mean life is easier, sometimes, it can be much more difficult. Dealing with aging parents can be emotional and often difficult for adult children, but how do we know when it’s no longer a good idea for your parents to be home alone? The first step in getting more help…
There has been a name coined for those who’ve been caught between aging baby boomer parents and their own families – the sandwich generation. The sandwich generation is also referred to as the “silent army” because there are 40 million Americans that provide informal care to aging loved ones without much media recognition. As a…