Taking the First Step in Caring for an Aging Loved One
Watching a loved one age can be tough. It’s natural to worry when you notice changes in their health or ability to take care of themselves. But there’s good news—you don’t have to wait until things get worse to offer help. By taking proactive steps today, you can ensure your loved one stays safe, comfortable, […]
What to Consider When Looking for an Assisted Living Facility
The last time we talked about what to look for when considering an Independent Living Facility. What if you need more care and cannot manage your own medication? An Assisted Living Residence (ALR) is an adult home or enriched housing program that has been licensed by the Department of Health. Assisted living is the choice […]
Part 2 – Seniors’ Top Fears of Aging
Aging often brings a unique set of concerns. Among the top worries are financial security, not being able to continue to live at home, and the emotional weight of losing a spouse. It’s natural for older adults to worry about their finances, particularly the fear of running out of money or being taken advantage of. […]
Part 1 – Seniors’ Top Fears of Aging
As seniors age, two of their greatest fears often revolve around losing their independence, particularly with driving, and experiencing declines in health and functioning. These fears can be alleviated with proactive measures and supportive solutions. One significant step is providing options to help seniors transition away from driving without losing their independence. For instance, offering […]
Considering Hospice Care?
Hospice is a type of health care that focuses on an individual with a terminal illness. The goal of hospice care is to allow your loved one to live as well as possible for as long as possible, increasing their quality of life. When does hospice care begin? In general, hospice care should be used when […]
The Benefits of Working After Retirement
More retired adults are choosing to continue to work, perhaps in a different way and for different reasons. Many find that the social aspect of work is partly where they find happiness. Some work out of necessity for income; others may continue to work for the following benefits: – A chance to try something new (making money […]
Important Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist
Odds are that as a person ages, he or she will need to take medications and the number of the medications may increase as the age increases. A thorough understanding of medications can help maximize the benefits while avoiding side effects or additional problems. Be sure to ask your pharmacist the following questions:
Who Cares for the Caregivers?
Ceremonies and rituals often mark big events in life; but when you become a family caregiver, there are no ceremonies or rituals. No one congratulates you. No one sends presents. No one even asks if you want to become a caregiver, or tells you what it might mean. You may not even have realized that […]
Driving Safely While Aging Gracefully
Older drivers are expected to outlive their driving ability by 7-10 years. Aging brings about changes in vision, ability to react quickly, attention, and the ability to physically move to control the car. However, it is important to maximize the ability of seniors to continue driving because many do not have access to public transportation, […]
Communicating with Your Healthcare Providers
Effective communication with your healthcare providers is one of the most important parts of getting good healthcare. The patient needs to be able to understand what is said and effectively convey important information. In the past, the doctor typically unilaterally took the lead, and the patient didn’t ask questions. Today, you and your doctors work […]
