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If you’re wondering whether your parent needs assisted living or a nursing home, you’re not alone. Watching your loved one lead a fulfilling life at home is a blessing, but you want them to be safe, cared for, and surrounded by compassion. Deciding to move a parent to assisted living or a nursing home can…

What Is Assisted Living Really Like? Daily Life and Pleasant Surprises  It may be time to consider assisted living but you’re feeling unsure of what life will look like if you move. You love having your freedom, surrounded by the comforts of your home, but your day-to-day activities have become challenging. You may not be…

Your Dad always took pride in his appearance and enjoyed trying different foods and experiences. But recently, you’ve noticed he has appeared a bit disheveled, has lost some weight, and has been more socially withdrawn. You’ve discussed with your siblings that you think Dad may need some assistance with tasks of daily living, but are…

Mom was always the backbone of the family. She managed the household, helped you and your siblings with math homework, and never missed an important date or birthday. However, yesterday, during your lunch date with her, she appeared to struggle with her money when she insisted on paying the bill and repeated a story about…

Aging with grace is the approach everyone desires, and we all want to be as independent as possible for as long as possible. But everyday processes — like getting dressed — can become that much more difficult as we lose dexterity and mobility. Adaptive clothing for seniors makes getting dressed easier and more dignified.  Learn…

Burnout and Balance: Understanding and Managing Caregiver Stress “It’s too much.”  “I’m so exhausted.”  “I’m burnt out.”  “I don’t even have my own life anymore.”  “I don’t think I can keep doing this.”  We hear these and similar statements from caregivers all the time, indicating a high level of caregiver stress. Caregiving is an incredibly…

Are you finding that your extremities are beginning to ache and simple everyday tasks like tying your shoes or twisting a doorknob are becoming more cumbersome? You’re not alone. A big culprit to this? Muscle weakness. Luckily, there are a variety of activities to improve fine motor skills for older adults. In this guide, we…