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advocate for seniors in assisted living

Assisted Living Facility / Practical Tips

How to Advocate for a Loved One In Long-Term Care: 7 Smart Steps

Making sure your older adult in assisted living is getting good care and solving problems that come up is a...

hiring a caregiver for in-home help

Signs That You Hired the Wrong Caregiver

Finding the right person to help care for your older adult can be tough. The top priorities are that they’re...

discuss with aging parents

Managing Family Dynamics

Things to Discuss With Aging Parents Before Becoming Their Caregiver

Sometimes caregiving starts suddenly, but in other cases, there’s time to plan ahead. If possible, talk with your older adult...

bed sores

Medical Conditions

Bed Sores 101: Causes, Stages, and Early Detection

Seniors with limited mobility are at serious risk for bed sores (aka pressure sores). Spending a significant amount of time...

dysphagia diet

Medical Conditions

10 Quick and Easy Dysphagia Diet Recipes (for Swallowing Problems): 5 Ingredients or Less

Many seniors have difficulty swallowing food or liquids. This condition is called dysphagia and can cause serious issues like aspiration...

caregiver boundaries

6 Tips for Caregivers to Set Realistic Boundaries and Expectations

When you’re caring for an older adult it can be difficult to set the boundaries and expectations you need to...

helping elderly parents with finances

Financial Matters / Legal Matters

Financial Paperwork and Information Your Elderly Parents Should Have On Hand

When you’re caring for an older adult, it’s important to make sure key financial documents are in order. These documents...

help seniors with depression

Medical Conditions

5 Ways to Help Seniors Be More Positive

Seniors are more vulnerable to sadness or depression because they’re going through major life changes like declining health, death of...

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