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As we age, certain limitations call for caregiver services. Whether it be cognitive concerns or limited mobility, many senior adults require assistance from a caretaker.  Caregiving can be provided in a number of ways, depending on a person’s needs. There…

Cognitive concerns like dementia are one of the most prevalent issues among senior adults. When a loved one has dementia, they can struggle with memory loss, confusion, insomnia, and mood swings.  In some cases, the disease is diagnosed at an…

Aging with Dignity is an organization that defends seniors’ rights to respect, autonomy, and long-term medical care. It offers advance care planning through a document outline known as Five Wishes, where seniors can specify wishes for their own care. The…

The aging process affects everyone sooner or later. The media has created lots of stereotypes about aging, and almost all of them are negative.  It’s important to avoid these common misconceptions about aging so you can treat your loved ones…

You want the best for your loved one. As your aging parent or other elderly family member needs more care, you will likely consider nursing homes vs. home care.  This decision can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be.…

As you get older and start a life of your own, one of the hardest things to navigate is your relationship with your family. While everyone wishes for a healthy relationship with their parents, many people struggle with difficult parents…