The concept of tough love is probably very familiar. The term is normally used with children and teenagers, where sometimes you need to draw a firm line to help them in the long term. Practicing tough love with elderly parents isn’t as common. It might seem strange too. After all, kids and teenagers have growing […]
Caregivers Book Corner: My Already Toast Review
I’ve read countless books on caregiving over the years, not to mention looking at blog posts, podcasts, YouTube videos, and who knows what else. Already Toast is one book that’s caught my eye recently. It gets many stellar reviews, so it seemed an excellent one to add to my collection. But, in this Already Toast […]
Perfect Holiday Gifts for Seniors – Find Them a New Hobby!
If you’re stuck this Christmas, what about hobby items as gifts for seniors? The choices in this list can all be powerful ways to keep them engaged and may even turn into a new passion.
How To Stop Seniors Falling Out Of Bed
As people age, sleeping in a bed sometimes gets surprisingly difficult. Some seniors regularly roll out of bed during the night, which can be frightening and easily causes injuries. Others may be okay while they sleep, but fall when trying to get out of bed in the morning. Caregivers often need solutions for how to […]
Bladder Pads vs Period Pads for Senior Incontinence
Incontinence is a tricky subject. Not because it’s difficult per se, but because it’s embarrassing. The subject is often avoided at all costs, despite the fact that between a quarter and a third of American men and women experience some form of urinary incontinence. That’s a lot of people. So, it’s past time to drop […]
What Is Virtual Hospice? (and other crucial hospice questions)
Hospice is often under-discussed and misunderstood. So, what is it anyway? How does it work? And, what is virtual hospice?