Resources for Caretakers
Is it time to consider assisted living for a friend or family member?
Life decisions can be hard, especially when you’re considering whether to move a loved one into assisted living. Here are some signs that it might be time. Safety concerns. Are you worried about your loved one getting in and out of the shower or tub? Have they recently had a fall or accident? According to the…
Read MoreLiving Apart, Together
What does it mean to live apart — together? An increasing number of older adults are making this modern lifestyle choice as they enjoy close relationships as well as their freedom and independence. Demographers have coined the term “living apart together” — or LAT — to refer to older adults in committed, romantic relationships who…
Read MoreNovember Marks National Family Caregivers Month and National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
November is a time for giving thanks as we break bread with loved ones. It’s also a time for recognizing the many contributions of care partners and the value of hospice and palliative care. Two observances related to the health and well-being of seniors are held during November: National Family Caregivers Month and National Hospice…
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