Moving to memory care
May 15, 2023Once you decide memory care is the wisest path, the next step is choosing a facility and creating a smooth... Read More →
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Lessons from the seriously ill
May 8, 2023A long-time hospice nurse—someone deeply committed to caring for the seriously ill—created this list of the top five deathbed regrets... Read More →
The care plan and meeting
May 1, 2023If your loved one is admitted to a skilled nursing facility, Medicare requires the staff develop an initial, personalized care... Read More →
Do you strive for perfection?
April 24, 2023It’s important to do the best you can when caring for a loved one. But aiming for perfection can bring... Read More →
Pillbox 2.0
April 17, 2023For many people, a pillbox is just the ticket. But as we age, we may take more medicines. Filling the... Read More →
Gather important documents
April 10, 2023If you are the person most likely to step in if your loved one is unable to get to the... Read More →
Calling a family meeting
April 3, 2023Family meetings won’t cure old hurts or solve every current problem. But if they nurture teamwork, they can provide a... Read More →
Early-onset Alzheimer’s
March 27, 2023If your spouse is younger than 65 and has received an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, you may feel in a world all... Read More →
Denture care
March 20, 2023Dentures need the same level of care and attention as natural teeth do. Bacteria and fungi that grow on teeth... Read More →
Choosing a meal service
March 13, 2023Perhaps your loved one has just gotten out of the hospital and needs some meals for a few weeks while... Read More →