You did your homework. You planned ahead. You sat down with an attorney, signed the paperwork, and named someone you trusted to handle things if you ever couldn’t. Maybe it was your son, your daughter, or a trusted friend. You felt relieved to have plans in place. And then, slowly, things started to feel off. ... Read More
Caring for a loved one can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life—but it can also be exhausting. Many family caregivers find themselves overwhelmed, juggling responsibilities while trying to provide the best possible care. In fact, more than 60% of family caregivers report experiencing high levels of stress, and nearly 40% say they ... Read More
Living with dementia can make everyday tasks harder to navigate—and unfortunately, it can also make a person more vulnerable to fraud. Scammers often target people with cognitive impairments, knowing they may have difficulty recognizing a scam or remembering important safety rules. Becoming a victim of financial fraud later in life can be devastating for a ... Read More
In the world of healthcare and caregiving, one term has become increasingly central to how services are delivered: person-centered care. But what does it really mean? At its heart, person-centered care is about focusing on the individual—not just their diagnosis, condition, or care needs, but their values, preferences, and unique life story. This approach recognizes ... Read More
Shirley is a 78-year-old woman who has lived an independent and active life. She raised two children on her own after her husband passed away when they were young, and she has always taken pride in her ability to manage her own affairs. However, as Shirley has aged, she has noticed that some of the ... Read More
During the pandemic, the role of family caregivers increased, experts report. Caring relatives and friends spent many hours keeping older loved ones safe, providing hands-on care, transportation, shopping for their loved ones, and doing what they could to support elders in senior living communities during quarantine. They were even providing more tech support as older ... Read More
The American Academy of Family Physicians recently reported that during the past two years, many patients have put off their medical care—a “side effect of the pandemic,” they call this delay. Hospitals were often overwhelmed, as well, creating another reason some care was postponed. But now, patients are once again urged to schedule elective surgeries, ... Read More
During a visit to their hometown, Dan and Amy visited their great-aunt. Aunt Becky was glad to see them, but they were worried at what they saw in her home. Her usually spotless house was dirty and unkempt. Though she’d always taken pride in her wardrobe, her dress was dirty and torn. She seemed painfully ... Read More
I really can’t express the appreciation I have for your team, and obviously Julie Anna. You all have taken a huge burden off my back and I am truly grateful for that!