Caregiver Stories
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
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
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
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
Learn about the dementia bathing issues that can arise with seniors and how you can encourage cleanliness.
Financial / Legal
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
Donating one's body to science after death can be a meaningful way to continue helping others even after death.
Financial
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
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
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.
Caregiver Support
In this personal blog post, the author shares her journey as a caregiver and the struggles she faced in balancing her personal well-being with taking care of her family. She encourages others to make a list and take one small step towards self-care and happiness.
Safety Articles and Checklists
Connie, a senior citizen from New Jersey, shares her personal experience and tips on how to stay safe from purse snatching and identity theft. Learn how to protect yourself and your valuables while shopping and in public places.