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Balancing Caregiving with Other Responsibilities
Carla’s Crisis Carla thought she was going to lose her mind! Her carefully planned schedule seemed to be working, but just a few weeks into the summer, everything came tumbling down like a house of cards. One of the counselors at her kids’ summer camp came down with Covid, and the whole camp had to
Assisted Living and Memory Care: What’s the Difference?
Making the best care decisions for ourselves or our loved ones starts with a clear understanding of what care options are available. An honest assessment of our loved ones’ current and future needs is also essential. Marie and Sam Both Marie and her dad, Sam, knew when it was time for Sam to move from
Finding the Best Level of Care for Yourself or Your Parents
Assisted Living? A Care Home? Home health aides? Independent Living? The choices and decisions can seem confusing when all we want is to find the best care for ourselves or our loved ones. How can we sort through all these different options and make smart decisions—without feeling completely overwhelmed? Getting Started A great place to
What are Some Fall Activities for Seniors?
Fun Fall Activities for Seniors Healthy Ways to Enjoy This Time of Year! After the heat of summer, the crisp, cool air of autumn comes as a welcome relief. The change in the weather makes this a great time to get outdoors and enjoy being active without worrying about becoming overheated. And there are so
How Seniors Can Travel in Safety and Style
The Importance of Travel Insurance Twin sisters Jeanne and Madeline had saved for years to travel to Ireland to visit the homestead in County Sligo, Ireland their grandmother had left for the New York in the late 1890s. They couldn’t wait to meet the cousins they had contacted years earlier, and were excited to take
Should I Move into a Retirement Community?
Paul’s Dilemma There was no question that Paul loved the home in which he and his wife, Janet, had raised their three children. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac, the two-story colonial on a half-acre held nearly a lifetime of memories. But with Janet gone nearly three years now and the kids scattered in different states,