Especially if you don’t have a family support system. “Elder Orphan” is a term embraced by some and shunned by others. It’s hard to determine who first coined the words, but it has become a common way to describe a group of people who share some characteristics. According to the October 2016 abstract Elder Orphans Hiding in Plain Sight: A Growing Vulnerable Population … [Read more...]
Caregivers, Help Your Aging Adult Fill Out the 2020 Census
Why? The census directly impacts funding for key programs that affect your loved one. The census is a headcount that occurs by law every 10 years, beginning in 1790. The census law is found in Article 1 Section 2 of the constitution. This law goes beyond any hidden agenda of any administration, despite what you may hear in the media. On December 31, 2020 the President of the … [Read more...]
A Way for Caregivers To Save Time and Money
One Stop Shopping Is The Key A #sponsored blog post. In 2015 Pew Research study announced there were 40.4 million unpaid caregivers of adults ages 65 and older in the United States. These numbers have grown in the last few years. A 2019 study by Family Caregivers Alliance: National Center on Caregiving showed that on average, “caregivers spend 13 days each month on tasks … [Read more...]
Need a Safe Social Outlet For You and Your Loved One Living with Dementia?
Look for a Memory Cafe like Friends Circle. “You are my sunshine, my only sunshine.” One soft voice coming out of the corner of the room turned into an impromptu chorus of more than 30 people singing along. Anna (name changed), a regular at Friends Circle, loves music. Seated in her chair, she claps and sings along with the musical entertainment every time we gather. On days … [Read more...]
Dad should be using an automated pill dispenser. How can I get him to agree to this technology?
Technology can increase quality of life and independence. Let’s face it, finding the right technology solution for an aging loved one is often confusing and overwhelming. Whether you are worried about medications being taken correctly or are concerned about a fall, simply googling these topics can turn up 100’s of products to evaluate. Then there is the problem of getting … [Read more...]