4 Questions to Ask Your Loved One About Their Future Plans
While emergencies and health crises do get in the way sometimes, it is always ideal to know your aging loved one’s goals and plans before a fall, heart attack, stroke, or other unplanned event occurs. Fortunately, talking about estate planning … Continue reading
Family Caregiver Tips: Assisting with Personal Care
When your aging loved one needs a little extra assistance or support, you might find yourself stepping into a caregiving role. And you aren’t alone. About 25% of adults have done some type of family caregiving for a senior loved … Continue reading
Family Caregiver Self-Care Ideas
Being a family caregiver is rewarding, certainly. But no matter if you are caring for a loved one who lives 10 minutes away or 10 hours away, caregiving can also be quite exhausting and challenging. Family caregivers are prone to … Continue reading
Seniors and Ride Share Services
Transportation challenges can be one of the biggest barriers to seniors engaging in social opportunities, following up with medical appointments, or running important errands. With about only 20% of adults over the age of 65 being licensed drivers, it is … Continue reading
Celebrating Aging Women in Your Life
This month, as we celebrate our CaringGivers 10th anniversary, we can’t help but think about the community that has trusted us with senior care throughout the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia). To say that we are thankful is … Continue reading
Home Care Support for Diabetes
Some chronic conditions are more common than others. Diabetes, for example, affects about 16.5 million seniors in America. Due to its prevalence, it is no wonder why so many older adults are living with the condition, many of whom are … Continue reading
What to Do When Your Loved One Refuses Assistance
You know that your aging loved one needs some support at home. Maybe you’ve noticed they struggle with personal care tasks or can’t keep up with basic housekeeping. Or, perhaps you’ve noticed they aren’t eating well or are struggling with … Continue reading
Anesthesia and Seniors: What You Need to Know
When your senior loved one needs a dental or medical procedure, it is common to think about logistics like recovery time and pain, as well as making sure to inform the physician about any allergies or other potential complications. However, … Continue reading
Common Respiratory Conditions and Staying Safe This Winter
It’s the time of year when everyone seems to be sick, getting over being sick, or starting to show symptoms of illness. While the winter months are certainly more dangerous due to the increased prevalence of influenza and the common … Continue reading
Your Senior Gift Guide
If you’ve found yourself walking through store aisles or scrolling through online lists wondering what to get for your senior loved one this holiday season, you’re not alone! Many people find it difficult to pick out the perfect present for … Continue reading