Care Management

What is a care plan and why is it so essential to getting good care for your parent? How to create a care plan that will get you the best elder care.

Why your elderly Mom doesn’t care that you want her to get help. When taking care of Mom, you might hav a communication gap. Here’s why and what to do.

Frugal living tips for seniors who wish to remain in their homes as they age. Bugeting strategies, ways seniors can save money living at home.

A realistic hurricane plan is not options for those in hurricane zones. We list the reasons and considerations in disaster preparedness for seniors.

The MeToo movement continues to help bring light to issues too long overlooked in many workplaces. Metoo is important in home care. Why and how to help.

How to prepare your aging parents for any situation: steps to take so your aging parents can handle the changes and issues that come with getting older.

Who wouldn’t prefer to pay $5000 for a year’s worth of care vs. $60,000 ($5000/month)? And, over 90% of seniors … Read more

One woman’s story of facing the fear of death and dying. How she took action to ensure she would get good end of life care and gave her family peace of mind

What is a DNR? Who should have one? When might it be risky or reckless not to have a DNR? Understanding Do Not Resuscitate and other end-of-life documents.

A care manager can offer many benefits to a family caregiver. Here are 3 examples that help family caregivers overcome fear and worry.

Getting older is challenging. Our choices catch up with us as we age. But, getting older also doesn’t have to be so hard and it can be full of rewards.

Problems are common after discharge from hospital. Key areas of concern for elderly patients after hospitalization and solutions so you can stay safe.

Are you a family caregiver? Nearly half of all families are caring for a loved one. Caregiving can be hard but it doesn’t have to be.

Three must-have mentors: role models for aging gracefully. What are the secrets to aging well? Look to these 3 role models for aging gracefully.

With aging parents, the dreaded call can come any time. You find out Mom’s in the hospital. What do you do? How can you be more prepared or even prevent it?

Resources for seniors: how to find the resources you need as you get older or care for an aging parent. Senior care resources, help for elderly care.

Lessons learned from a hospitalization. What we learned was lifesaving when Mom was hospitalized and why to use a hospital advocate.

How to disagree with your doctor respectfully. Being afraid to disagree with your doctor may hurt your care more. Here’s how to disagree with your doctor.

As you get older, making a few, tiny changes to your routine can keep you safe. Older adults who want to live independently should take these steps.

Families share stories of lessons learned hiring and working with a geriatric care manager. What you should know, how a geriatric care manager can help, how to know who to hire.

A hurricane plan often fails to take into account the harsh realities, especially for elders and those with disabilities. After many years of experience, we share the proper way to plan for a hurricane.

Six strategies you can use when your elderly parent refuses help or care. Ways to help aging parents who say there isn’t a problem and resists your efforts to help.

What’s the best brain boosting hobby? How can you increase your brain’s performance? Exercise, crossword puzzles, brain games. How to keep your brain sharp with a brain boosting hobby.

Wondering if you can bring Mom safely home after surgery? It is important to know what to ask and consider when bringing an elderly parent home after surgery.