Seniors may be reluctant to accept that they can no longer manage their lives as they have been used to. They often resist accepting personal care and assistance because it means they are no longer considered to be independent enough to look after themselves. However, if your senior fits this scenario, there are steps you can…
If you have a busy lifestyle, you may find it challenging to provide your senior loved one or your special needs child with the care and companionship they need. As they age, most people don’t want to leave their homes to live in a retirement community. However, there is an alternative – you can hire…
Many of us look forward to the annual hot weather holiday on the 4th of July. We anticipate the parades, BBQs, and firework displays. The traditions surrounding this day of celebration are generally fun for the whole family. However, July 4th can be nearly intolerable and overwhelming for children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) or autism….
The average cost of daily in-home care is around $4,000 per month which might be too steep a price for many. However, most seniors prefer to stay in their own homes as they age. So the question is how to finance in-home care when it becomes necessary. This post discusses six ways to ensure that your elderly loved…
Summer is almost here – the season of sunshine, BBQs, picnics, and splashing around in the water. If you are caring for someone with diabetes, don’t miss a beat (or the beach!) with these tips for managing diabetes in the summer. Summertime means lighter meals with fresh fruits and vegetables. Good weather enables a diabetic…
The birds know that spring is here, and you are probably enjoying their sweet singing outside your window in the fresh morning air. This is exactly the right time for a fresh look around to see what has taken up space in your loved one’s home during their winter hibernation. And what many of us…
Around 34.2 million individuals provided unpaid care to persons aged 50 or older during the last twelve months. As people age, the odds of a decline in physical or cognitive health and the ability to function independently steadily increase. Some people need help sooner because of a traumatic accident or illness. So, how do you know when it’s…
Do you have a loved one who was an avid gardener before Alzheimer’s struck? Well, there’s no reason why they have to give up their hobby. By paying attention to garden design, experienced gardeners with Alzheimer’s can continue doing what they have always loved. Gardening can also be part of an Alzheimer’s treatment plan for those…
The first National Autistic Children’s Week was launched in 1972 by the Autism Society. This evolved into the annual Autism Acceptance Month (AAM), taking place every April. AAM aims to spread awareness and promote acceptance of autism and ignite change. AAM’s slogan for April 2021 is Celebrate Differences. It is the title of a campaign to provide information…
Are you struggling to help your senior loved ones stay connected while they are socially distanced? Those of us who can venture safely out wearing a mask feel less cut off from life. But, high-risk seniors who are stuck at home have to fight off feelings of isolation and boredom. If you need assistance to…
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