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Caring for Caregivers Blog Round-Up

Post category:Round Up Seniors & Caregiving
Post last modified:June 27, 2024

Since 1997, when then-president Bill Clinton signed the first proclamation, November has been National Family Caregivers Month. The purpose is to honor and recognize these unsung heroes. Family caregivers often go unseen but give a lot. They are frequently juggling the needs of both aging parents and children of their own, as well as careers and spouses. There is a lot of emotional stress and little to no pay for people taking on this responsibility. No matter how loving…

Benefits of Journaling for Seniors and Adults

Post category:Seniors & Caregiving
Post last modified:June 12, 2024

Do you keep a journal? It turns out that journaling is beneficial for everyone, not just lovelorn teens and struggling writers. Journaling can be particularly beneficial for seniors and adults. Boosts Communication and Writing Skills Keeping a journal forces you to organize your thoughts, which can help with both written and oral communication. It may also increase your vocabulary and improve your voice. Reading for All Ages with Book Recommendations Improves Physical Health Journaling is an expressive form of…

Senior Downsizing

Post category:Seniors & Caregiving
Post last modified:June 12, 2024

Around 51% of retirees over 50 decide to move and downsize. This can be an emotional process, especially if you've lived in one place for a while. The following tips can help you decide if downsizing is right for you and make the process easier. Reasons to Downsize Weather: One study shows 25% of older adults plan to move to a warmer climate. Logistics: Stairs, long driveways, outdated bathrooms, and other infrastructure can make it harder to age in…

Juggling Responsibilities in the Sandwich Generation

Post category:Seniors & Caregiving
Post last modified:June 12, 2024

Being a parent is a big job. Caring for aging parents is, too. For the sandwich generation, juggling both responsibilities, often on top of working full time, can feel overwhelming. These tips help make it easier. Plan Ahead Saving for the future takes on a whole new meaning when you’ve got college-aged children, elder care choices, and retirement goals all looming around the same time. By planning early, you help make things easier when those big expenses do come…

Preventing Elder Abuse and Neglect

Post category:Seniors & Caregiving
Post last modified:June 12, 2024

In the US, millions of elder abuse and neglect cases are reported each year, and millions more go unreported. Elder abuse may include physical, sexual, or emotional harm as well as financial exploitation or neglect by their caretakers. Unfortunately, elders are more susceptible to abuse and neglect as the aging process leaves them frail and less able to care for themselves. They can't physically protect themselves and may also have difficulty thinking clearly. Abuse and neglect often occur where…