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Caring for an aging parent often means becoming their confidant and cheerleader. It should never be merely about medical appointments or...

Summertime is a prime time for power failures. For most of us, it is a small inconvenience; but for seniors, it may cause an actual...

Have you ever said the wrong thing? Maybe your intention was to compliment a friend on her new haircut, but you came across sounding like...

As we grow older, it is natural to become more apprehensive about the risk of falling. For many people, however, the fear of falling can...

We have all been there: counting sheep, slowing down our breathing, listening to white noise, all in an attempt to force our brains to...

Salt and pepper. Macaroni and cheese. Peanut butter and jelly. Some things are just meant to go together. One combination you want to...

What were your thoughts when selecting the outfit you put on this morning? Comfort? Style? A specific memory attached to a piece of...

Is an older adult you love struggling with socializing, sleeping well or enjoying activities, or experiencing memory problems? Before...

When caring for a person with dementia, it is essential to remind yourself that you ARE capable, you ARE doing an excellent job, and you...

After a loved one passes, the last thing you want to do is complete a list of to-dos. The pain and loss alone are overwhelming enough....

You have been caring for Mom since her dementia diagnosis. You have been working through many of the challenging symptoms. However one...

Sinking into a soothing, warm bubble bath at the conclusion of a stressful day and stepping into a hot, invigorating shower first thing...

What’s your first thought when you see an elderly person in a wheelchair? Do you see that person as less-than, someone in need of being...

We all have good days and bad days, and we are all entitled to a little crankiness or negative thinking every so often. If you care for...