Being a caregiver for an elderly loved one can be a rewarding experience, but it can also be a stressful and exhausting one. The demands of caregiving can be overwhelming, particularly if you feel like you don't have control over the situation. Furthermore, the challenges of caregiving are chronic and long-term. read more

One of the biggest issues that families face when putting their loved ones into an assisted living facility is ensuring that they will be engaged and happy in their new community. Staying socially and physically engaged is of utmost importance to a senior's mental and overall health. read more

Many people consider caring for their aging parents as an honor; after all, parents typically care for their children until the age of 18...and now the caretaker role has been reversed. read more

Family members may not have thought too much about aging until a senior family member shows some signs of inability to live independently. read more

Change is constant, and it is inevitable.  It can be scary since there are usually unknown factors associated with it, something most people fear.  Unexpected and significant change is the most difficult with which to deal.  Change is best accepted and dealt with when it is gradual. read more