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End-of-life planning is a part of an estate plan that caregivers are often in the position to help establish for their loved ones. It formalizes the wishes of the person you care for, documenting their desires for what they’d like to happen at the end of their life. In short, an end-of-life care…
Understanding your loved one’s wants and wishes for their end of life can be an important part of caregiving. Unquestionably, these topics and conversations can be sensitive and difficult, especially when it comes to legal matters and end of life decisions. Whether you’re caring for a spouse, an aging parent, someone with a…
As we age, we will likely need help to keep us safe at home or in the community. Some people may need more support suddenly. Other people may show subtle signs and gradually need more support over time. For adult children with aging parents, it can be hard to know what signs to…
There are plenty of devices out there that can be used to improve the lives of seniors. GPS trackers allow caregivers to keep an eye on their loved ones when they’re out and about, helping to ensure their safety. GPS trackers specifically designed for seniors put an emphasis on functions that enhance safety, including…
If you spend a lot of time with an aging loved one, you may notice them becoming a bit more forgetful or misplacing things. While frequent forgetfulness or severe memory loss may be a sign of Alzheimer’s disease, some forgetfulness is a normal part of aging. It may not be entirely preventable, there are things…
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness month. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss in people over 50 and the disease is very common among older adults, but it can be challenging to diagnose early on. Also, treatment options tend to be limited. Read on to learn about the types, symptoms, causes, preventative…
The American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) defines recreational therapy as “a systematic process that utilizes recreation and other activity-based interventions to address the assessed needs of individuals with illnesses and/or disabling conditions, as a means to psychological and physical health, recovery and well-being.” Simply put, recreational therapists help patients to participate in…
Whether your loved one is downsizing to a smaller, more manageable home or apartment to enjoy their golden years or moving to a senior living community, the downsizing process can seem daunting. It’s also an emotional process, sorting through decades of precious memories and experiencing the sadness that comes with leaving a home where they’ve spent many years…
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