Getting Past Common Myths About Home Care
January 14, 2025
Mom’s been struggling more and more lately—lugging heavy laundry baskets, managing the vacuum, or even preparing the meals she once loved to cook. It’s hard
Mom’s been struggling more and more lately—lugging heavy laundry baskets, managing the vacuum, or even preparing the meals she once loved to cook. It’s hard
Are you feeling uncertain about the safety and well-being of a loved one with dementia? Coping with the behavioral changes and demands of caregiving can
In the past, the only real solution for aging adults who needed more care was to move into a nursing home or assisted living facility.
When a loved one is nearing the end of life, every moment becomes precious, and the changes they go through can be both heart-wrenching and
End-of-life care is a deeply personal journey, but when Alzheimer’s disease is part of the equation, this journey can be especially complex and nuanced. Unlike
In his documentary about grief, George Shelley uses an analogy of glitter. Toss a handful of glitter into the air, and it is going to
Are you finding the need to turn the TV up louder for someone you love? Speaking more loudly? Repeating things the person missed hearing the
There was a period when Mom only required assistance a few days a week, just for a couple of hours each day. However, as her
As people age, evolving abilities may prompt the need for increased support. Initially, an older adult’s care journey might involve an in- home caregiver helping
Getting a medical diagnosis of Alzheimer’s is life-altering – for the person being diagnosed, of course, but just as much for his or her loved