How to Talk to Loved Ones About Their Illness
Talking to a loved one about his or her illness is rarely easy. These tips will help you make the most of these delicate conversations.
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Jul 1, 2018
What Does Independence Day Mean to You?
Ponder these reflections on the topic of freedom on this Independence Day.
Jul 1, 2018
Helping Your Parents Downsize
If your elderly parents have decided to move to a smaller home, how can you best support them during the transition?
Jun 10, 2018
Participating in Alzheimer and Dementia-Related Clinical Studies
Could participating in a clinical trial be right for you or your elderly loved one? This article explains the pros and cons.
Jun 10, 2018
Grieving the Loss of a Loved One
What is grief? How long should you grieve the loss of a loved one? What can you do to heal your grief?
Jun 10, 2018
Making Independence Day Activities Senior-Friendly
How might you adapt traditional activities to make them senior-friendly? This article offers a few ideas.
Jun 4, 2018
Preventing Abuse and Neglect of Seniors
Would you be able to tell if an elderly loved one was being abused? Would you know what to do?
May 31, 2018
Activities You Can Do with a Loved One Living with Dementia
If someone you love is living with dementia, what kinds of activities are best? This article offers a few tips.
May 29, 2018
GUEST COLUMN: Music of Your Life for Your Life
Listening to preferred music is especially beneficial for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease.
May 14, 2018
Do Mom & Dad Need Help Protecting their Money?
It’s a loaded question, one that many adult children want to ask—but don’t—often until it’s too late.
May 14, 2018
Tips for Long-Distance Caregivers
If you're caring for an elderly loved one from afar, try these strategies to stay connected.
May 10, 2018
Dealing with “Sundowning” in an Elderly Loved One
Many people with Alzheimer's disease experience sundowning, or increased confusion and agitation in the late afternoon or early evening.
Apr 26, 2018
What Not to Say to a Parent with Dementia
What you don't say to a parent with dementia is as important as what you do. Guest blogger Rosanne Burke explains more.
Apr 25, 2018
How to Talk to Children When a Grandparent Has Dementia
When an elderly loved one is diagnosed with dementia, what do you tell younger members of the family?
Mar 29, 2018
Five Sweet Gifts: Unexpected Blessings from Caregiving
If you're caring for an elderly loved one, there are often blessings embedded in the experience.
Mar 12, 2018
Phone Scam Alert
Scammers are calling asking for health insurance information. The calls appear to come from the TN Dept. of Health Central Office.
Mar 8, 2018
The Long-Term Care Maze: Getting Care While Getting Older
If you or someone you love currently needs long-term care or will soon need it, this article is a must-read.
Mar 7, 2018
10 Facts about Palliative Care
How well do you understand palliative care and the role it can play when a loved one has a life-threatening illness?
Feb 21, 2018
Tips for Overcoming Bathing Challenges with an Elderly Loved One
Why does a person resist your help when they are no longer taking care of their personal hygiene?
Feb 21, 2018
The Facts about Unpaid Eldercare
Unpaid caregivers are the unsung heroes of our society whose contributions go largely unrecognized and uncelebrated.
Feb 21, 2018
When Dad Doesn’t Want to Stop Driving
Explaining to a parent that you think he or she should no longer drive is one of the most difficult topics you will ever have to tackle.
Feb 21, 2018
Your loved one’s identity has been stolen. Now what?
It's the news no caregiver ever wants to get--an elderly loved one has been the victim of a data breach and his identity has been stolen.
Feb 14, 2018
Do I Need an ID for Dad?
If you're caring for an elderly loved one who no longer drives, what do you do if he or she needs a valid ID?
Feb 9, 2018
FAQ about Service Animals
Have you ever wondered about the rules governing the use of service animals? This article answer some common questions on the topic.
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