Understanding Vision Loss
Many times, we may not initially notice someone we love or are providing services to is struggling with vision loss. Especially as many causes of vision loss are gradual such as with eye conditions like cataracts or glaucoma.
Frequently we get caught up in the day-to-day way of life and often do not always notice the changes in how someone is completing a task, or that they might be asking for […]
How to Become a Foster Grandparent
We recently had the privilege of speaking about the Foster Grandparent program with Elisa Stutheit with Aging Partners in Lincoln, Nebraska. She offered some in-depth insight about this program designed to provide individuals age 55+ with an opportunity to give back to the community and serve youth in local schools and educational programs.
What is the Foster Grandparent Program?
The Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) is a federal […]
10 Signs You May Need A Professional In-Home Caregiver
Evidence shows that most unpaid family caregivers are ill-prepared for their role and provide care with little or no support, yet more than one-third of them continue to provide intense care to others while suffering from poor health themselves. A substantial body of research shows that family members who provide care to individuals with chronic or disabling conditions are themselves at risk. Emotional, mental, and physical health problems arise from complex caregiving situations and the […]
30 Warning Signs that Your Aging Parent May Need Help
Life gets busy, and we often find ourselves wanting to get over to check on Mom and Dad as they age, but time goes by and it doesn’t happen. Then, one day you stop in to say “hi” and notice several things that may cause you to stop and think. Maybe the house is messier than you remember. Perhaps the door wasn’t shut when you entered the house, or the […]
Real Social Networking for Seniors
Social interaction is an important part of healthy living. But is social networking an adequate substitute for the real thing?
You have over 1,000 social network friends, fans, or followers. Certainly, you feel like you’re connected to all of these people, but is that real social networking for seniors? Can call on them to help you through good times and bad?
Probably not.
While we have “friends” or “fans,” the connections don’t exactly represent […]
Avoiding Burnout When Caring for An Aging Parent
Making the decision to move an aging loved one from their home, or bringing in someone to help with daily caregiving and companionship can be one of the most difficult decisions that you have to make. A majority of adult children have promised themselves and other family members that they will be able to manage their own busy lives as well as caring for mom and dad. The inability to fulfill […]
