What to Look for When Visiting Older Relatives for the Holidays
The holidays can bring great comfort and connections for seniors, especially if they get to visit with family and friends to enjoy favorite traditions. As you visit an aging loved one over the holidays, it’s an opportune time to look for any changes in their health or behavior that may have occurred since you last saw them. Here’s what to [...]
Tips to Drama Free Discussion of Downsizing
Guest Blogger: Kaye Ginsberg, Founder & Owner of Peace of Mind Transitions There’s no place like home. Home is where the heart is. Home sweet home. There are many everyday phrases that emphasize home being a special place. That is one reason talking with older adults about moving can be difficult. Once you recognize that it’s time to help a [...]
Don’t Ignore These Signs of Mental Illness
Older adults aren’t immune to mental illness; in fact, the National Coalition on Mental Health and Aging says that mental health conditions in older Americans have significantly increased in recent years due to factors such as social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic, a lack of access to mental health treatment through Medicare and an increase in opioid abuse among older [...]
Celebrating a Caregiving Milestone
Gladys C. Shares Some Secrets to Her Three Decades of Service with Kadan Homecare When Gladys was looking for employment, she needed a job that would give her the flexibility to take time off to care for her asthmatic daughter. She found that traditional positions penalized her for taking time away, so she looked for one with more flexibility. That’s [...]
Prevent Falls Using Robust Technology
Falls are a serious concern for older people; the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says that they are the number one cause of death in people over the age of 65. In 2020, three million Americans went to the emergency room because of a fall. Falls not only can cause serious injuries like hip fractures; they also may permanently affect [...]