Elder Care ABC

If my Mom had her way, she would watch television 24 hours a day. I am just the opposite.  I rarely watch television. So when it comes to enjoying each other’s company we agree to meet in the middle. I watch television with her on occasion and she makes time to do activities with me. [...]

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 [...]

In 1965, Congress passed the Older Americans Act (OAA) in response to a lack of community social services for older persons. Back then the “aging” profession was in its infancy yet government thought leaders understood that the needs of a burgeoning older population could not be ignored. Newly created grant programs allowed qualified older adults [...]

by Joy Loverde Part One, “What Joy Loverde Wants You to Know About Technology and Aging Parents” offers information about creating a safe home environment and check-in systems, including suggestions on where to purchase products and services. Part Two blog talks about technology and creating a network of support – especially with the doctor and [...]

By Joy Loverde Part One, “What Joy Loverde Wants You to Know About Technology and Aging Parents” offers information about creating a safe home environment and check-in systems, including suggestions on where to purchase products and services. This Part Two blog is going to take technology in a different direction. If you’ve been reading my [...]

by Joy Loverde One of the things I love most about modern family caregiving is the use of technology in everyday life. My laptop, cell phone, GPS among other gizmos are my new best friends.  Used to be I couldn’t be in two places at once; but not anymore. Technology allows me to stay in [...]

by Joy Loverde Avoid. Steer clear. Dodge reality.  My reluctant Aunt Bernice is a master when it comes to not making a decision about moving out of her house. Part 6 of my blog, “Moving a Reluctant Parent”’ talked about how discussions between me and my aunt had come to a screeching halt. This blog [...]

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 [...]