Caregiver Stories
Kerri Kasem Banned From Seeing Her Dad
Elder abuse comes in many ways. Keri Kasem was denied access to her father as he was declining. learn how Kasem turned her experience around to help others
Caregiver Stories
Caregiver Support
The Unmet Needs of Caregivers: A Call for Support and Solutions
Rhonda Long shares her story of caring for her elderly parents, facing financial struggles and limited support from Medicaid and the government. She asks presidential candidates why caregivers can't be paid a living wage or receive respite care.
Caregiver Stories
Another Sparrow Falls - Addressing Caregiver Stress: Statistics and Reflections
Caregiving can be a physically and emotionally taxing experience, and sometimes the caregiver can suffer a loss as a result. This blog post shares the personal experiences of caregivers in a support group, highlighting the challenges and sacrifices that caregivers often face.
Activities
Music: Food for the Soul
Discover how music therapy can bring peace, comfort, and unity to the lives of dementia patients and their caregivers. Learn about the benefits of music therapy and how it can be used as a treatment for dementia, as well as Catherine Frayne's personal story of using music to connect with her mother.
The Working Caregiver
Working Caregiver Support- Suffering From Caregiver Depression and Illness
Jo Carol, a working caregiver from Brooklyn, shares her personal story of caring for her aging parents while balancing her own job and health. Learn about the importance of setting limits and boundaries, and tips for managing long-distance caregiving in this insightful post.
Caregiving Issues
Relocating Elderly Parents: Navigating Assisted Living
Convincing aging parents to move into assisted living can be difficult, but it's important to be proactive and start the search early. Learn how to navigate the options, what to look for in a facility, and how to approach the conversation with your parents in this blog post.
Caregiver Stories
Encouraging Cleanliness: Dealing with Dementia Bathing Issues
Learn about the dementia bathing issues that can arise with seniors and how you can encourage cleanliness.
Financial / Legal
Betrayal of Trust: Fighting Back Against a Sister's Embezzlement of $500K Using Power of Attorney
If your sister has misused her power of attorney and stolen from your parents, legal action may be possible. Learn how to seek criminal charges and recoup losses through an elder law or estate attorney. Protect your loved ones from the signs of elder abuse.
Planning Ahead
The Supreme Gift: A Journey of Love and Legacy
Donating one's body to science after death can be a meaningful way to continue helping others even after death.
Financial
The VA Aid and Attendance Pension Helps Vets and Surviving Spouses with Financial Assistance for Housing
Learn about the VA Aid and Attendance Pension program, a little-known benefit for veterans and surviving spouses that can provide significant monthly income to cover daily living expenses. Find out how to check your eligibility and apply for this valuable financial aid.
Activities
Celebrating Veterans Day
A heartwarming story of a chance encounter at a VA clinic on Veterans Day and the connection made with a WWII veteran. Learn about the Aid and Attendance Program and share your own story of applying for veterans benefits.
Caregiver Stories
Caring for an Elderly Parent is a Challenge but Rewarding Too
A personal account of the struggles and triumphs of caring for an elderly parent, including the physical and emotional challenges faced and strategies for coping with them. Learn from one person's journey and find comfort in knowing you're not alone.