What Is Palliative Care and Why You May Want To Consider It?

What Is Palliative Care and Why You May Want To Consider It? Palliative care is an approach that improves the quality of life of patients and their families facing a life-threatening illness. Palliative care aims to prevent and relieve suffering by means of early...

Why a Live-In Caregiver Can be Beneficial to You

Why a Live-In Caregiver Can be Beneficial to You Living into elder years is a privilege, made better when surrounded by caring family and friends. Having the support you need when activities of daily living (ADLs)–like showering, bathing, dressing, and fixing...
Hospital Discharge: Why You May Want to Consider Getting Help

Hospital Discharge: Why You May Want to Consider Getting Help

Hospital Discharge: Why You May Want to Consider Getting Help A trip to the hospital can be a really intimidating event both for the patient and their family.  Hearing the word “discharge” is a much-anticipated moment, but it is also a time to think about what will...
Helping Seniors Accept Help at Home

Helping Seniors Accept Help at Home

Helping Seniors Accept Help at Home One of the biggest challenges that you may encounter when caring for your mother or father, is resistance to outside assistance.  You are in a situation where you’re doing all you can to meet their needs but are at risk of caregiver...