Grandparents were placed in our lives to play the role that offers an abundance of all of those basic human necessities. Without our grandparents, we would most likely be a good ten pounds lighter (because nothing says "grandma's house" like food does), a little less educated on life lessons, and a whole lot more lonesome. 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

The truth about advisors and how to find a good one. A brief explanation of how referral and placement advisors operate and where you fit in all of it. Examples of bad and good ones. A description of how Washington State is attempting to standardize their practice so people are protected. Empowering yourself by asking questions to promote your own due diligence. read more