For many, caregiving involves increased expenses and decreased income. You suddenly need to think about medical fees, incontinence supplies, the cost of home modifications to improve safety, and assistive tools to help with daily tasks. And, if you’re working, your boss probably isn’t too pleased with the extra time. You find yourself taking unpaid days […]
Ways to Age Well
Best Programs for Caregiving – An Exciting Dementia Care Database
When talking about caregiving challenges, it’s easy to focus on the practical difficulties, like dealing with dementia and incontinence, responding to difficult behaviors, and trying to find enough hands-on support. Yet, there’s an even bigger area to talk about – knowledge. Family caregivers are typically thrown into the deep end. It’s often a matter of […]
Deepfake Danger: Protecting Seniors from High-Tech Financial Scams
In a world where technology is booming, people are reaping many benefits. However, we cannot ignore the dark side of these innovations, like deepfake, which can be used for fraud and exploitation. Deepfake is a media system created with artificial intelligence (AI) to show fake or falsified results. Specifically, deepfakes allow people to create surprisingly […]
How to Find the Right Memory Care Facility for Your Loved One
Finding a suitable memory care facility for a loved one can feel like navigating through a maze with endless turns and decisions at every corner. It’s a journey that requires patience, research, and, most importantly, an understanding heart. Working with elderly care communities that specialize in memory care is a valuable approach to consider. Such communities focus […]
Beware of Deepfake Deception: Protecting Seniors in Elections
Regardless of your political affiliation, we can admit that we’re all a little fed up with the spread of misinformation in just about every social and news media outlet. Unfortunately, technological advances make it easier for perpetrators to spread lies, deceive potential voters, and influence public opinion. Many of the tricks used are familiar and […]
Space-Saving Strategies for Caregivers with Storage Units
Family caregivers often face the challenge of managing a large amount of items within their homes, including medical supplies and equipment, personal property, and more. This is particularly common when aging parents move in with their children. Often there simply isn’t enough space for everything, which can create challenges and stress. As caregivers strive to […]