More Time Outside Increases Risk Of Skin Changes
by Jessica DeYoung on June 7, 2022As the summer months approach, if your loved one that you are caring for and who is aging in place is able you may want to get her/him outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. Fresh air is great for the soul and reinvigorates the mind from many months of being indoors. The sunshine on your…continue reading
5 Things You Can Do With Your Loved One To Encourage Happiness
by Jessica DeYoung on May 26, 2022We talk a lot about the possibility that your loved one can have an isolating situation if they are aging in place. It can be hard to maintain a positive and happy outlook on things when you spend a good percentage of your time alone and without connection. There is good news though, it doesn’t…continue reading
Sleep Problems Can Lead To Major Health Issues
by Jessica DeYoung on May 20, 2022There is no shortage of people who have struggled with falling asleep or staying asleep at night. You may have been in bed tossing and turning only to look over at your clock and realize it’s already 2am and you’re not even close to getting to sleep. When you’re younger lack of sleep is not…continue reading
The Family Meeting Is An Important Part Of Caring For Your Loved One
by Jessica DeYoung on May 12, 2022In a recent episode of the NBC family drama This Is Us, siblings Kate, Randall and Kevin sit down to have a heart wrenching family meeting about how to care for their mother Rebecca in her final days battling Alzheimers. The heart wrenching conversations and stories may be familiar to you if you’re dealing with…continue reading
3 Ways To Protect Your Loved One From The Summer Sun
by Jessica DeYoung on May 4, 2022The weather is warming up and it’s a great time to swing open the windows and let the sunshine in to your loved ones home where they are aging in place. The winter months can be long and tedious for someone who is living alone and only sees company every once in a while, that’s…continue reading
Today Is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
by Jessica DeYoung on April 30, 2022In a variety of scenarios there are reasons that you may have old or expired prescription drugs around in your home that should be disposed of properly. That is why it is a good idea to make a point to round up as many of these prescriptions that you no longer need from your home…continue reading