There are topics that no one ever wishes to discuss. But when it comes to our loved ones we do only want the best, perhaps even especially at the end of their lives. Proactively thinking, when it comes to the end of life care, how much can we (and should we) plan? The...
When entering a certain age, or more often for caring for elderly parents, there always seems to be a question of where is the best place for them to live in their later years? Many factors go into this decision. Home care is a wonderful, affordable option that might...
In life, there are things we just wish we never had to discuss. Medical issues, finances and uncomfortable topics such as incontinence. But did you know that over 75% of women over 65 have incontinence issues? And it’s not just the girls! In general, more than...
Often times when people think of downsizing, we think of things like “tiny homes” or empty nesters who are left with a large home after their children leave. Other than consistently living in a sustainable way, retirement or shortly after retirement is a...
Caregivers are incredibly important to us, and burnout is a very real issue. The term “caregiver” can apply to anyone who consistently looks after another person and their health on a regular basis. This could apply to the family caregiver who takes care of a family...
At the onset of dementia, an elderly person will probably be able to manage on his or her own without too much intervention. However, it is worth considering the support that is available as this is a good time to plan where more help is likely to be required in the...
