Though providing care for an aging parent may start as a sprint, it often becomes a marathon.
Sometimes you notice that Mom has lost a step or that Dad is having trouble getting around the house, and you decide it’s time to consider hiring a caregiver to help.
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It’s common for your loved one’s needs to change over time. If you’re lucky, you have a trusted caregiver who really connects with your senior, understands his or her needs, and is responsive to your input and concerns.
Many families don’t realize how much a loved one’s health has deteriorated until a fall lands them in the hospital.
At some point, a drive out with your aging mother or father becomes a bit more complicated than hopping into the passenger seat.
Perhaps the greatest amount of anxiety regarding home care surrounds the concept of letting a stranger into your loved one’s home.
With nearly 8 out of 10 seniors preferring to stay in their home as long as possible according to AARP, chances are...
Finding care for your aging parent is a huge responsibility and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Can your dad age in place, or do you need to consider a residential facility? Should you hire a private caregiver or a licensed home health aide?
At some point, your parents will need more than a simple helping hand around the house. When that happens, your family will need to enlist outside help if they wish to remain at home.