In the Greek classic Oedipus Rex, the mythical Sphinx challenged Oedipus to a riddle, which asked, “What walks on four legs in the morning, two legs in the afternoon, three legs in the evening, and no
The Importance of Socialization for Seniors at Home
Living in the age of social media, it may be hard to imagine an environment in which people are not connected. A simple post on Facebook often garners responses from a wide variety of connections –
Make Caring for Seniors at Home More Fun and Interactive
The seniors of today are different than the seniors of tomorrow in one notable way: their early years are captured in black and white photos rather than in color. Black-and-white images give a sense
Useful Tips for New Caregivers
There comes a time in life when many adults will assume the responsibilities of caring for an ailing or elderly loved one. Caring for an elder, individual suffering from illness, or someone with
Caring For Elderly Loved Ones
There’s a lot that goes into caring for an elderly loved one at home. Caretakers must invest their time and efforts to assist with a range of activities. Depending on the needs of the senior being
Home Care vs. Assisted Living
Making a decision on how to best care for an elderly parent is never easy. Oftentimes, emotions run high when adult children are torn between keeping their aging loved ones at home or, entrusting
Pets As Senior Companions
Friends come in all shapes and sizes. Pets can provide additional companionship for seniors or individuals with special needs who require home care. Families should always weigh the pros and cons of
Caring for Elderly Parents
As we age, there is a natural progression when a child and parent switch roles. In many families, adult children have become the caretaker for their aging parent. This transition or role-reversal can
5 Reasons to Choose Home Senior Care
Due to several factors such as better medical care, the life expectancy for most developed countries is increasing and the elderly population for these countries is also increasing. Some research
Gifts for Alzheimer’s Patients and Caregivers
As the holiday season draws near, it is important to remember not only our loved ones, but also those that work every day to make our lives easier and to care for the ones we love. For those families