Caregiving Tips and Resources
Helping Older Adults Prevent Sarcopenia: Practical Steps for Family and Caregivers
When Sarah noticed her 78-year-old father struggling to rise from his favorite armchair—something he’d done effortlessly for decades—she…
The Gift of Better Sleep: How You Can Help Your Aging Loved One Stay Sharp and Healthy
When Sarah noticed her 72-year-old mother forgetting familiar recipes and struggling to follow conversations, she wondered if this…
How Your Loved One’s Sleep Could Be the Key to Protecting Their Memory
When Margaret noticed her 78-year-old father becoming increasingly forgetful and struggling to make simple decisions, she initially attributed…
How to Spot Sarcopenia: A Family’s Guide to Early Detection and Daily Monitoring
When David’s daughter noticed her 78-year-old father struggling to carry his grocery bags—something he’d done effortlessly for decades—she…
Understanding Sarcopenia: The Silent Threat to Aging Muscle Health
Margaret noticed it first when she struggled to open a jar of pickles—something she’d done effortlessly for decades.…
How to Build Trust with Your Care Recipient: A Practical Guide for In-Home Caregivers
Trust forms the bedrock of every successful caregiving relationship. When care recipients trust their caregivers, they experience lower…
Emergency Planning for Caregivers: When Seniors Need Urgent Help
The call came at 2:37 AM. I fumbled for my phone in the darkness, heart already racing before…
Recognizing When Your Aging Parents Need In-Home Care: A Comprehensive Guide
As our parents age, many of us find ourselves transitioning into a new role—becoming the caregiver for those…
Preventing Falls from Beds in Bed-Bound Seniors: A Comprehensive Guide
When I first started working with Martha, an 87-year-old former librarian who had become bed-bound following a stroke,…
The Art of Postoperative Wound Care for Older Adults: A Comprehensive Guide
When Mary Jenkins, 78, returned home after her hip replacement surgery, she felt overwhelmed by the list of…
Springtime Health Risks for Seniors: A Consultant’s Guide to Staying Safe and Active
Spring is a season of renewal. Flowers bloom, temperatures rise, and the outdoors beckon after months of cold…
How Caregivers Can Find and Develop Appropriate Topics for Conversation with Clients
The Power of Meaningful Conversations in Caregiving For caregivers, conversation is more than just passing time—it’s a bridge…