by Courtney Boatin | Apr 10, 2023 | Caregiver, Uncategorized
How to help seniors living at home and struggling to care for themselves is a dilemma many adult children face. Living at home is the first choice of many seniors, but it comes with many challenges as the years go by. One of the most difficult for many families is...
by Courtney Boatin | Nov 15, 2022 | Assisted Living, Caregiver, Uncategorized
Visiting during the holidays is a big part of the magic and when a senior is on your visit list, it’s also a great opportunity to check on their safety and well-being to ensure they are able to live and thrive at home. Although many seniors may not realize it, over...
by Courtney Boatin | Jun 15, 2022 | Assisted Living, Caregiver
Assisted living today is completely changed from the past century, but even with all the improvements, many older adults will push back when family approaches the subject of moving there. This can be very difficult for seniors and their families when both feel they...
by Courtney Boatin | May 17, 2022 | Assisted Living, Caregiver
Being a caregiver can be a fulfilling way to honor an aging parent or loved one, but it can also become an overwhelming job as time goes on. The daily tasks, worries, and responsibilities of caregiving can ultimately result in caregiver burnout, a real and very...
by Kristin Ganton | Aug 5, 2020 | Assisted Living, Caregiver, Senior Living
Caregiving for one or both of your parents can be a rewarding experience in which you proudly participate. But if you’re still working and your loved one’s needs increase, you may find yourself sandwiched in between two demanding responsibilities. Can one person...
by Kristin Ganton | Dec 17, 2019 | Caregiver, Senior Health, Senior Living
Caregiving is one tough job that can really take a toll on even the healthiest person, especially during the dark winter months. As the days shorten and winter sets in, you may be tempted to hunker down and stay indoors, especially if the person you are caring for is...
