“My husband does not want a babysitter.” “Mom doesn’t want to pay for care.” “Dad insists he can take care of Mom.” “My mother thinks she is fine, but she’s not cooking and therefore losing weight.” “My wife will not let anyone clean the house or assist her in cooking. She can’t do either anymore Read More
Easing the Journey of Parkinson’s with the Help of a Life Care Professional
When an individual receives a Parkinson’s diagnosis, it can be all consuming and take over as the focus of life. The good news is that with some excellent coaching, it is easy to see the diagnosis as only part of who the individual is, not who they are as a whole. During the early phase Read More
Dad is over-caring for Mom – Help!
So often adult children see one parent overcaring for the other – out of love and duty and become alarmed at the cost of that kind of love. The caregiving parent resists help even from their children. But, they see that Dad is tired, falling asleep at the dinner table, not taking care of his health Read More
Heart Attack Symptoms in Women
If at any point you question feelings of a heart attack you should immediately call 911. Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in the United States. Heart attack symptoms in women can look very different from men’s. Nothing like the typical movie/tv representation of someone clutching their chest and then falling to Read More
What Can I Do to Keep My Brain Healthy?
What can I do to keep my brain healthy? This is a question that many individuals ask, especially if they have had parents or other relatives go down the long path of a dementia. A big fear those of us approaching our “golden years” may have is whether we will be the one who has Read More
Senior Living Choices
As you or a loved one progresses into older age, personal and physical needs will begin to change. Deciding what senior living choices work best for the needs of a loved one or oneself can become overwhelming. Once you decide it is time to gather information about senior living choices, it’s good to understand the Read More
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