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How To Make Shopping A Caregiver And Senior Outing

August 7, 2020 By Lola Ortiz Leave a Comment

Caring for someone while also taking care of daily tasks, especially if accompanied by a person with cognitive or mobility issues, can be a cause of major caregiver stress and burnout. Learning good planning skills and effectively strategizing grocery or retail store shopping trips can reduce the odds of an exhausting event. Shopping for a […]

Minimalism at an old age

The Value of Minimalism at an Old Age

May 23, 2019 By Lola Ortiz Leave a Comment

The process of minimalism isn’t just relevant for younger people. It can also be a powerful tool for seniors, helping them to gain a sense of control over their lives.

How We Underestimate Elders’ Strength and Resilience

February 25, 2016 By Lola Ortiz Leave a Comment

Protecting out elderly parents is an important goal, but in many cases, our approaches for doing so might not be the most effective. In fact, we often need to step back and seriously consider what our parents can and cannot do.

The Importance of Acceptance as a Caregiver

January 31, 2016 By Lola Ortiz Leave a Comment

Providing care for a loved one is such a complicated situation, especially because of all the emotions involved. But, one word that people often don’t think about is acceptance and this is actually very relevant for caregiving.

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