Home Safety Modifications: Start-to-Finish Resources for Caregivers
By Cindy Connolly4 min read
From needs checklists to possible financial assistance, there is help at the tip of your fingers.
Aging
Aging is part of life, but it doesn’t have to be discouraging. Embrace aging as a reflection of all the wisdom you’ve accumulated over the years, and look ahead with excitement and joy.
5 Ways to Plan for the Final Years
By The Editors2 min read
It can be daunting to contemplate end-of-life issues, but planning ahead can also bring peace of mind.
Mealtime Changes That Can Benefit a Loved One with Dementia
By Ashlee Cordell4 min read
Small shifts in the foods you prepare, the table setting and the environment can have a big impact.
Generation Inspiration: Elder Volunteering
Clark and Jean Paradise received the Home Instead Senior Care Salute to Service Award.
After Heart Surgery or a Heart Attack, How to Recover
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
For cardiac patients, here’s an invaluable gift.
Tips to Assist Your Loved One with Daily Dressing and Grooming
By Julie Hayes4 min read
Personal care routines are central to an older adult’s well-being, happiness and independence.
Understanding Self-Neglect—the Most Prevalent Form of Elder Abuse
By Lisa Weitzman3 min read
Once you recognize the signs, you can take steps to help protect the older adults in your life.
How Dialing the Wrong Phone Number Gained Her a New Friend
By Luanne Holzloehner5 min read
Looking for a ride to church, she misdialed a taxi service—and got just what she needed.
Dos and Don’ts of Caring for an Older Adult with Mental Illness
By Kerstin Yoder4 min read
Mental health changes are not a “normal part of aging” so it’s important to recognize and address the symptoms.
3 Ways to Evaluate Your Loved One’s Wellness When You Visit
By Julie Hayes5 min read
You can get a good read on an older adult’s health issues by asking yourself key questions.
The RAISE Family Caregivers Act: What’s It All About?
By Sarah Nicolay4 min read
This national plan aims to help family caregivers address daily challenges.
4 Tips to Balance Caregiving and Relationships
By Julie Hayes5 min read
It’s vital to your well-being to strengthen the other important bonds in your life.
