Elder Care ABC

by Joy Loverde Things are heating up. If you’ve been following Parts 1 through 7 regarding the adventures of my Aunt Bernice and her reluctance to move out of her house, then you know that she would have been far better off had she made the move a year ago when she invited me over [...]

Please enjoy this TEDx talk by William H. Thomas, M.D

By Kaye Swain Are you the primary family member caring for one or more of the elderly parents or other relatives in your family? What would happen to them if something happened to you? My senior mom lives with me. I have help but I am, indeed, the one in charge of her affairs. My [...]

by Joy Loverde As an HR professional, the more you can prepare your company employees for inevitable family caregiving responsibilities, the more stable your workplace. Part 1 of “Eldercare in the Workplace: Listen up HR Professionals” offered suggestions on helping employees become aware of eldercare issues. This blog will offer specific action steps you can [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FAMILIES LACK KNOWLEDGE OF SENIORS’ MEDICATIONS AND FINANCES, NEW RESEARCH SHOWS Free “Senior Emergency Kit” Helps Adult Children Prepare For Crisis OMAHA, Neb. (May 10, 2011) – Many future family caregivers are unprepared for a senior care emergency, lacking knowledge of their seniors’ medications and important financial information, according to new research [...]

by Julie Northcutt Senior caregiving needs often sneak up on families. Many age-related illnesses may progress slowly and the suddenly prevent a senior from maintaining their daily lifestyle.  Senior care professionals call this maintaining “Activities of Daily Living” or ADL’s. Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease progress at different speeds for each person. A hip replacement [...]

by Joy Loverde Talking about eldercare issues and planning for old age isn’t easy. Besides, who wants to hash over unpleasant topics when aging parents and other elderly family members seem perfectly fine? You may have been avoiding talking altogether, afraid that the conversation will be upsetting for you and for them.  And you’re right. [...]

by Joy Loverde The American family has changed. With people living longer, it’s possible for families to consist of more adult members than children. Busier people and dual-career couples also mean fewer people are staying home during the day and into the night. We spend most of our time at work, at school, and at [...]