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    Caring for Aging Parents

    Posted on October 19, 2014

    It is typical for aging parents to maybe ask for an occasional favor, but most won’t ask their adult children for help with the house or with their daily activities, even though they may actually need it. Instead, they’re likely to adjust or adapt their needs or their activities. They might just do their tasks more slowly, they may use an adaptive device such as a reacher, or they might agree to wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace. The problem is, they may not be admitting to their “kids” that they are having trouble with some things, such as remembering when to take medication, or tripping and dropping things, or they are not eating regularly. They may see these things as none of the kids’ business or they themselves may be in denial about what’s happening. It can be that the adult children are in denial too. It can be hard to acknowledge that a parent is declining and needs more […]

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    Choosing A Senior Community

    Posted on October 1, 2014

    Many seniors prefer senior living communities over living alone. If you haven’t visited a senior living facility lately, you will be surprised to find that senior housing options have changed significantly just in the last decade. The choices today range from cozy and homey to high-end luxury more like a hotel, and they definitely do not have an institutional vibe. Most of the seniors who have moved to assisted living communities or other senior living situations are very happy with their new homes, and are glad they made the move. These are some of the reasons they prefer it to living alone. No more yard upkeep and home maintenance chores. These things can become very difficult to keep up with, especially as we age and develop physical limitations. An end to boredom. There are all kinds of activities and entertainment opportunities both within the facility and out in the wider community. Improved relationships with family members. When older adults live alone, they often become quite […]

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