By Mark Friedman, Owner, Senior Helpers Last month I wrote about the long-term systemic challenges the pandemic has created with regards to professional caregivers – specifically, the impact of a […]
by Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW Did you know? Every year, one in four older adults in the U.S. has a fall, according to the National Council on Aging (NCOA). Falls […]
By Maria Burke, RN, Owner, Celtic Angels Home Health Care Many families have put off bringing in home health care out of concern that their loved one might be exposed […]
By Phyllis DeLaricheliere, MS ACCEPTANCE Life changes in a split second. One minute you could be surrounded by friends and family who seek your advice, your time and your company, […]
By Steve Carrier Advisor/Owner of Assisted Living Locators When an elderly loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, many families opt to care for them at home. This […]
EMBRACING THE JOURNEY: Knowing your Inner Hippie “ASK THE HIPPIE” By Phyllis DeLaricheliere, MS We have had a silent enemy amongst our senior population for quite some time now…..Alzheimer’s/dementia. Studies […]
Last Sunday night, My Generation guest host Doreen Lang enjoyed an illuminating conversation with sales and marketing director of Windrose at Weymouth, Lynn Stefano. Their discussion covered how COVID has […]
By Toni L. Eaton RN, BSN, MS We may not recognize it, but year after year, social workers are unsung super heroes helping to keep society together during challenging times. […]
By Leigh-Ann Larson, LMHC The acronym “R.I.C.E.” stands for “Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation.” I learned of this acronym years ago, firsthand, as the survivor of numerous sprained ankles. It […]
By Maria Burke, R.N., Celtic Angels Home Health Care If you are responsible for the care of a loved one right now, there are things you should know and do […]
(Family Features) Family caregivers of people with illnesses, injuries or disabilities sometimes spend more time thinking about those they care for than themselves. It’s important to remember that self-care is […]
Doreen’s Dinners Using just 7 ingredients you can make a wholesome, satisfying, easy, low calorie, filling, and soul-warming 30-minute soup. Here’s my tried-and true recipe that my clients ask me […]