Interview Questions For Hiring a Caregiver
Finding the right caregiver to care for your loved one is extremely important. And, often times not an easy task. And, if you’re not used to interviewing, it’s easy to …
Is Exercise Good For Seniors?
You’ve probably heard that exercise and physical activity are good for you? In fact, being physically active is one of the best things you can do for your yourself. The …
Kitchen Tools for Seniors & Disabled – Must Haves
My mother, Barbara, had progressive MS for most of her adult life. Complications from MS, along with a stroke, left her unable to do many of the normal activities of …
Characteristics of a Good Caregiver – The Top 6
What are the characteristics of a good caregiver? Whether you are hiring a private caregiver or one through an in-home care agency, you want to know. I owned an in-home …
Get Paid Being a Family Caregiver
How can I get paid being a family caregiver? If you’re one of the 34 million unpaid caregivers providing care and assistance for a family member, this article is for …
Senior Fall Prevention Checklist – Download For Free!
Every year, millions of older adults fall at home and falls are the leading cause of injury-related emergency department visits, hospitalizations and deaths. In this article I will show you …
Uber For Senior Citizens? No App Required!
Giving up the keys to the car is one of life’s most difficult transitions for many seniors. It represents the loss of independence. Something none of us want to give …
Gay and Aging – Going Back In The Closet?
Sally I still remember that day when I met Sally. She had just been released from the hospital after a recent fall and needed help with bathing and basic chores …
Medical Marijuana For Seniors – No Longer the “Evil Weed”
Doctors across the country are calling for a re-think of current government policies, in terms of allowing medical research on medical cannabis, as elderly patients see dramatic results to treat …
How To Deal with Caregiver Stress – Tips To Help You!
Informal caregivers (as we are called) provide 80% of the long-term care in the U.S. As the population ages, more caregiving is being provided by people who aren’t health care …
