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The Senior Driver Dilemma: How to Approach Conversations About Driving Understanding the Senior Driver Dilemma It’s one of the hardest things older people have to do - give up their car keys. “Seniors equate driving with independence - that’s why it’s so hard for them to admit it’s time to stop,” said Sierra Goetz, [...]
Aging and Driving: Should Your Aging Loved Ones Be Driving? Understanding the Importance of Driving for Seniors It’s one of the hardest things older people have to do - give up their car keys. “It’s one of the most difficult discussions that families will have with senior loved ones, because they equate driving with [...]
Raising Awareness for Parkinson's Disease: What You Need to Know Muhammed Ali. Alan Alda. Linda Ronstadt. Michael J. Fox. George H.W. Bush. Robin Williams. What do all of these people have in common? Parkinson’s disease. Understanding Parkinson's Disease Parkinson’s disease is a chronic brain disease that affects movement, balance and coordination. According to the [...]
When is Home Care Needed? Recognizing the Signs for Your Loved Ones Understanding the Importance of Home Care She hasn't said anything, but you suspect your mom is struggling to take care of herself and her home. "Older people rarely ask for help. They're afraid of losing their independence, and they don't want to [...]
Can Exercise Reverse Frailty in Seniors? Science-Backed Ways to Build Strength Your mom is generally healthy but has started showing signs of frailty—losing weight, feeling weak, and sometimes struggling with balance. It's concerning, but the good news is that frailty isn’t inevitable. In fact, new research suggests that exercise and lifestyle changes can help [...]
Balancing Work and Caregiving: Family Caregiver Support & Home Care Services Balancing Work and Caregiving: The Challenges Family Caregivers Face Balancing work and caregiving can be overwhelming. If you’ve ever had to reschedule a meeting to care for an aging parent or worry about your job security due to family caregiver responsibilities, you’re not [...]
What Is Home Care? A Complete Guide to Senior Support Services Why Home Care Matters for Seniors You, your brothers and sisters agree… If mom is going to continue to live in her home, she will need help with day-to-day activities. "If your loved one wants to remain at home but needs assistance with [...]
Enhancing Mealtime for Seniors: Tips for Companionship and Nutrition When is the last time you enjoyed a meal with your aging loved ones? Understanding the Impact of Mealtime Companionship on Seniors Research shows that seniors who regularly dine with friends and family tend to eat more and make healthier choices. More importantly, most older [...]
Support for Seniors: How Caregivers Help Manage Chronic Health Conditions Does your mom’s arthritis make it difficult for her to button a blouse or open a jar of mayonnaise? Is your dad struggling to read the labels on prescription bottles because of macular degeneration? Understanding Chronic Health Issues in Seniors “Nearly 85 percent of [...]
Navigating Life After Driving: 5 Benefits of Transportation Services for Seniors Understanding the Transition: Why Seniors Stop Driving Your dad recently stopped driving, and now he rarely leaves his house. You worry that the isolation will lead to loneliness and depression. Your mom has missed several doctors appointments, because no one was available to [...]
