During the ongoing situation with COVID-19, many foodies here in Chicago and around the country have swapped dining out for staying in — that is, staying in at home to …
Time Management Tips for Busy Caregivers
For family caregivers, time management is one of the most important skills to have in your arsenal. After all, there are only so many hours in the day — and …
What Goes Into Setting Up a Senior Care Plan?
Setting up a professional senior care plan starts by getting to know the senior and their family caregivers — their health, their lifestyle, their goals, and more. The more information …
“Will You Do It for Me?” Convincing Parents to Accept Care
“Will you do it for me?” In many families, those six simple words might be the key to getting a senior loved one to accept help and get started with …
Helping a Shy or Introverted Senior Come Out of Their Shell
Spending social time with friends and family is a proven path to better health and longevity — but what if your senior loved one is shy, introverted, or socially anxious? …
How Caregivers Can Manage Compassion Fatigue
During these unusual and uncertain times, more and more people are being called to serve as caregivers — and that means that more people than ever are experiencing the stress, …
Talking About Home Care With Mom
Is it time to talk about home care with your mom? Reaching out for assistance can be an important step in helping your mother to age in place comfortably, safely, …
Making Errands and Appointments Easier for Seniors
How many errands do you run on a typical weekend afternoon? How many doctor’s appointments and social gatherings do you have on your schedule in any given week? Often, our …
How Home Care Can Help Solo Agers Achieve Their Biggest Goals
If you’re planning to stay at home and age in place as a “solo ager,” you’re in good company. Around the country, a growing number of older adults plan to …
Talking About Care With Dad
Is it time to talk about home care with your dad? Reaching out for assistance can be an important step in helping your father to age in place comfortably, safely, …