It’s hard to think about our parents aging, but being prepared can ease the stress and make difficult decisions go more smoothly. Being able to make choices about the continued care of your parents while they still have the cognitive abilities to express their wishes is the first … [Read more...] about 3 questions to ask your aging parents
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A healthy, warm winter meal to try
Switch up your dinner menu with this vegetarian recipe from Chef Wesley Morrison, owner of the personal check services company Flavor You Can Savor.If you’re trying to eat healthier, make butternut squash risotto for dinner. The meal is packed with healthy and delicious … [Read more...] about A healthy, warm winter meal to try
Caregivers: Remember to have fun with your loved one
“I remember that when I was helping care for my mom at home, it was easy to become focused on her health needs, nutrition, exercises, and doctor appointments but forget to have fun together,” says Kayla Cook, owner and director of Caring Excellence Personalized Home Care … [Read more...] about Caregivers: Remember to have fun with your loved one
2 techniques for soothing your loved one’s emotions
If you’re a caregiver and the person you’re caring for gets upset, it can be tricky to know how to handle the situation. Becky Beanblossom, president of Home Instead Senior Care, offers two techniques for calming your loved one. When your loved one is angry or upset... “There is … [Read more...] about 2 techniques for soothing your loved one’s emotions
2 solutions for dry winter skin
By Yelena SapinCooler weather means turning on the heat, cozying up to a crackling fire, and lingering under the spray of a hot shower. It also means the start of dry skin season. Lower outdoor humidity and drier indoor air are major contributors to the problem. And while those … [Read more...] about 2 solutions for dry winter skin