Can You Help Your Parent Prevent Lung Cancer?
Not counting skin cancer, lung cancer is the second-most common cancer diagnosed among both men and women. The majority of people who are diagnosed with this cancer are aging adults, and the older a person[...]
Tips for Getting Started in a Home Care Arrangement
As a family caregiver you understand the value that a home care provider gave offer to your senior during their later years. Whether you have noticed challenges and limitations that have threatened their health and[...]
Fridge and Freezer Clean Out – Three Things to Tackle First
Have you looked in your parents’ fridge lately? Many people have disorderly fridges with that disgusting science experiment growing in a forgotten container. If your mom and dad are not the type to pay attention[...]
Talking to Your Parent About Breast Cancer Treatment Options
Talking about cancer treatment many not be something that you ever want to consider when caring for your aging loved one. Being honest about this issue, however, is an important part of making sure that[...]
Three Ways to Help Calm Your Dad When Alzheimer’s is Stressing Him
Alzheimer’s is a stressful disease. Your dad is going to feel irritable and frustrated as his brain function declines. He’s going to struggle to concentrate during conversations and when trying to complete activities. When the[...]
Talking to Your Parent about Mental Illness
October 1 through 7 is Mental Illness Awareness Week. As a family caregiver, this is your ideal opportunity to talk to your aging parent about the realities of mental illness. You may wish to bring[...]
