Caring for a Parent When Your Relationship Has Been Strained
By Lauri Scharf5 min read
Whether you assume a hands-on or a backseat role, caregiving may offer an opportunity for healing.
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.
Dear Aging: Thank You
By Linda2 min read
Linda, one of the three “Dear Aging” letter-writing contest winners, shares the opportunities and beauty that aging brings.
Dear Aging: How It Feels to Get Older
By Carolyn Bolz2 min read
Carolyn Bolz, one of the three “Dear Aging” contest winners, wrote a poem about the joys and challenges of getting older, and how to stay hopeful as the years unfold.
Dear Aging: Slow Down a Little, Please
By Jean L.3 min read
As she celebrates her 75th birthday, Jean L., one of the Arnicare “Dear Aging” contest winners, reflects fondly on her life experiences.
Tips for Sandwich Generation Caregivers to Return to the Workplace During Covid-19
By Lisa Weitzman4 min read
For parents who care for their own parents, transitioning back to on-site work requires creative thinking.
Is It Time to Step in and Give Your Older Loved One More Support?
By Lauri Scharf4 min read
Asking “How do I know if …?” questions can help you identify problems and good solutions.
The Benefits of Being Active
By Ashley Lateef1 min read
Lower your risk of high blood pressure, diabetes and other diseases with these quick stretching exercises.
The Ethereal Trees That Captivated These Dementia Residents
By Shelly Niebuhr2 min read
How these patients became entranced with a heavenly presence.
How to Pray for Your Aging Parents
By Pablo Diaz3 min read
After a lifetime of receiving prayers, one son is committed to offering them daily for his elderly mom and dad.
Making Sure Mom Is Well Cared For: Can You Do It All?
By Cindy Connolly6 min read
Mothering your own mom requires an abundance of time and energy, so getting help is key.
Make Sure Your Loved One’s Diet Is Healthy Despite Covid-19 Challenges
By Julie Hayes4 min read
Proper nutrition is crucial for older adults. Follow these tips to help your loved one maintain healthy eating habits.
How to Take Care of Yourself as a Sandwich Generation Caregiver
By Branka Primetica5 min read
Juggling the care of your children and an aging loved one calls for a dose of help.
