A fall can be a frightening experience for both you and your older parent. Knowing how to respond to falls is essential for your parent’s safety and well-being, whether it’s a minor stumble or a serious injury. If your senior parent falls, stay calm, assess their condition, and seek appropriate help. Acting quickly and thoughtfully […]
Talking to Your Children About Assisted Living Care
Talking about assisted living care can be incredibly difficult, and although there are many resources for children looking to start the challenging conversation with their parents, the same cannot be said for proactive parents. Rather than waiting for your children to make the decision for you, we recommend that you start the conversation early so that you […]
Preventing Caregiver Fatigue
Our parents cared for us for years throughout our childhood—preparing our meals, cleaning our homes, and doing our laundry. However, when the time comes that they need us to do the same in return, it can be a challenge to balance it with our typical lifestyles. It’s no surprise then, that 40% of caregivers are […]
How to Support a Loved One as They Make the Move to Assisted Living
Moving day is finally here. Although your parent or loved one is all smiles and is cracking jokes as you help them load the boxes into the truck, you can tell your loved one is sad to be leaving their home and moving to an uncertain future. Every person experiences these feelings, but that doesn’t […]
