The Truth About Elder Abuse: What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself and Your Loved ones Imagine this: You are physically frail, and you have to rely on other people for help with the most basic daily tasks. You need assistance getting out of bed in the morning, bathing and getting yourself dressed, preparing meals, and getting out of the house to go grocery shopping or to visit friends. On top of this, your memory isn't what it used to be. You have trouble recalling recent events and your … [Read more...] about THE TRUTH ABOUT ELDER ABUSE What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones
THE ALZHEIMER’S SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR CAREGIVERS Practical Tips on Caring for Your Loved One
The Alzheimer’s Survival Guide for Caregivers: Practical Tips on Caring For Your Loved One The job of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s is one of the hardest you’ll ever have. It’s a never-ending juggling act. First, there are the practical concerns. You are constantly on call, making sure that your loved one’s daily physical needs are met. Then you have yourself and your family to take care of. On top of that, there’s the emotional reality you must deal with: your relationship with this … [Read more...] about THE ALZHEIMER’S SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR CAREGIVERS Practical Tips on Caring for Your Loved One
7 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW Before You Choose a Nursing Home
Seven Things You Need to Know Before You Choose a Nursing Home Placing a spouse or a parent in a nursing home is likely one of the most difficult decisions you’ll ever have to make. It’s not a decision anyone wants to face. To make matters worse, it is often a choice that must be made under pressure, with little warning. For many of people, it’s a once in a lifetime decision. This means you don’t have much, if any, experience to draw on when choosing a facility. How do you know a good nursing … [Read more...] about 7 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW Before You Choose a Nursing Home