Providing in home care for an elderly loved one is challenging. It’s even more difficult when the elderly person has some type of brain disorder or Alzheimer’s. When we see sudden negative behavioral changes, it can cause us to feel alarmed. For instance, watching a loved one deal with Sundowner’s syndrome is often frightening. Sundowner’s … Continue reading Tips on How to Manage Sundowner’s Syndrome →

Seniors and small children face a harder time during the flu season. At times, seniors can be hospitalized when flu symptoms get out of hand. It’s important to get the flu vaccine, but it’s nearly equally important that seniors get their vaccine sooner rather than later for a few reasons. Let’s explore those reasons. Seniors … Continue reading Why Seniors Should Consider an Early Flu Shot →

When many people think of long-term care (LTC), the first thing that comes to mind is a nursing home. While long-term care insurance can be used to offset nursing home care costs, it can also be used in variety of other situations, such as paying for in-home care. Long-term care insurance is designed to help … Continue reading What You Need to Know about Long-Term Care Insurance →

Many seniors value their independence and choose to age in place for as long as possible before shifting to assisted living or a nursing home. As long as there are no major health and safety concerns, this isn’t usually an issue. If there are areas where they need additional support, an in-home caregiver can help … Continue reading Is Your Senior’s Home Safe for Aging in Place? →

As seniors age, they often require more care and support to ensure their safety and well-being. This can be especially true for veterans who may struggle with the physical or psychological repercussions of their military service. They valiantly served their country, and now they need support in return. Caring for an aging veteran can be … Continue reading Finding the Right Level of Care for Aging Veterans →