Very few people have the time to prepare for being a primary caregiver. When an elderly family member becomes ill, they will often require some help from a caregiver. Being a caregiver is not an easy thing to do. While the following things can help … Continue reading →

When taking care of you is priority, caregiving improves for your aging loved one living in Phoenix. When your senior is safe and comfortable, worry lessen. But I Just CAN’T Give Up My Keys This is Part 3 of a 3 part series addressing the … Continue reading →

When taking care of you is priority, caregiving improves for your aging loved one living in Phoenix. When your senior is safe and comfortable, worry lessen. Being a family caregiver does not mean you have to live next door to the aging relative. You don’t … Continue reading →

When taking care of you is priority, caregiving improves for your aging loved one living in Phoenix. When your senior is safe and comfortable, worry lessen. Long Distance Caregiving Caring for a family member or friend who lives far away has its unique challenges. All … Continue reading →

Q – My mom is in her mid-60’s, she’s had no medical problems or anything that causes the family particular concern. But I know that she’s paid little thought to her future in terms of senior care or legal planning. I don’t want to overstep … Continue reading →

The top ten list was designed by the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging for families to spot if the downturn in the economy is impacting your aging senior.  If you’re a family caregiver, ask yourself the following questions: 1. Is their house too … Continue reading →

If your loved one is approaching a point where you and your family members decide that they are not able to function independently and may need in home care, you will have legal issues to discuss. Here are a few important points that need to … Continue reading →

Building Family Caregiving Teams, Part 2 By Mary Wilson In the first post in this series we discussed building a high performing family team by keeping the information and conversation going to better serve the loved one. Here’s another recommendation for family caregivers on how … Continue reading →

Better Caregiving by Mary Wilson with Learning Solutions When helping mom and dad, siblings often face issues such as coordinating their medical appointment schedule, home care and health crises. Applying “team building” concepts to family caregiving can ease stress and greatly improve a loved one’s … Continue reading →

EXTENDING YOUR SAFE DRIVING CAREER With each passing year, each of us knows that the day is coming when we will lose some of our personal independence. Driving an automobile is one of the most important privileges of being an independent adult.  And it is … Continue reading →