“There will be consequences”, I told him… He gulped loudly and gave me a nervous look. He thought for sure he was in trouble because of the action he had…
Caring for a Loved One: Handling the Guilt
There are many stresses and strains in the relationship between adult children and their aging parents, but one of the greatest of these stresses is the daily responsibility of caregiving.…
Caring for Our Loved Ones: Laughter Can Be The Best Medicine
It’s no secret that caring for a loved one is a very stressful role, and the medical issues that your senior faces are certainly no laughing matter. But that doesn’t…
How to Talk to Someone with Alzheimer’s: Keeping It Simple
When someone has Alzheimer’s or dementia, changes in their brain cause a decline in their ability to listen and respond to normal conversation. It turns out that speaking in short,…
Dispelling Hospice Myths: 5 Common Misconceptions
One of the biggest hospice myths is that it’s only for people who are expected to pass away in days or weeks. Common misunderstandings like this can discourage people from…
Is Coffee Consumption Safe For Seniors?
Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to this question. From relishing that first sip of hot brew in the morning to lounging with a delicious combination of espresso and dessert…