Identifying MCI in an Older Family Member

Going home for the holidays is a great chance to think back on holidays past and make some new memories. It is also a time when family members may uncover changes to their elder loved ones – changes that may be too small to detect during a phone call or FaceTime, but become glaringly evident […]

What to Do When a Senior Family Member Passes

When a senior family member passes away, there are many administrative tasks that must be handled in a timely manner. These tasks can be challenging to manage while also dealing with grief. To make this time a bit less daunting, our home care specialists have compiled the following practical timeline so you will know specifically […]

Top Ways to Fight Dementia Caregiver Stress

There’s no such thing as “a typical day” for someone with dementia – or, for the individual caring for them. The individual may abruptly go from laughing, singing, and enjoying activities to aggressive, sullen, and angry. They could get stuck in tearful repetitions of asking to go “home.” They might pace and wander. Sleep might be […]

A Dedication to Regular Exercise Is a Dedication to Senior Health

We’re on the verge of a whole new year, and we all know very well what that means: time to make some resolutions! If you’re similar to most people, you’ll begin with the best of intentions. But as time goes by and life gets busier, you could find your resolve diminishing until you have lost […]

Long-Distance Care: The Many Benefits of Partnering with a Senior Care Agency

It is said that distance makes the heart grow fonder, but long-distance care for aging parents may cause additional feelings: worry, concern, and helplessness, to mention a few. It’s hard to know exactly how your senior loved ones are doing through phone calls, video chats, emails, and letters. There are things you can do, however, […]