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Alternatives to Traditional Burials

Talking with an aging loved one about their wishes for their body after they die may feel uncomfortable, awkward, or even taboo. Yet avoiding the topic doesn’t change the fact that at some point a choice will have to be...

October 7, 2026

Patient/Caregiver

Making your Home Safe for Older Guests

As the holidays near, it’s not too soon to check your home for hazards to visitors. Older adults often have impaired balance and vision. This makes them prone to trips and falls, especially in new surroundings. And fragile skin and...

October 7, 2026

Patient/Caregiver

Does my Relative have “Capacity”?

If your older loved one is showing signs of cognitive decline, it may be time to find out whether they still have “capacity.” This medical term refers to their ability to make decisions while weighing the consequences. It means your...

October 7, 2026

Patient/Caregiver

What is a Daily Money Manager?

A financial advisor manages investments. A daily money manager (DMM) is someone who comes to the home once or twice a month to handle the mundane aspects of personal finances: Paying monthly bills (but your loved one signs the checks)....

October 7, 2026

Patient/Caregiver

Honoring a Loved One who has Died

Have you lost a loved one this past year? Or perhaps years have gone by, but grief is still poignant. As you reflect on a relative who has passed on, you might consider new ways to honor them. Ritual is...

September 3, 2026

Dementia Care Patient/Caregiver

Changes in Memory or Thinking?

Is your loved one forgetting appointments? Repeating stories? Struggling with tasks that once seemed easy? It’s natural that you fear dementia. But don’t assume the worst. Many factors affect brain function. Your relative’s condition may not be permanent. Some causes...

September 3, 2026

Patient/Caregiver

Visiting the Doctor after a Fall

A surprising number of conditions, from simple to serious, can contribute to an older adult falling. If you observed the fall or arrived soon after, find out if your loved one had a warning or felt dizzy beforehand. Any chance...

September 3, 2026

Patient/Caregiver

The Habit of Happiness

Happiness is in our nature. We are born with the ability to be happy. And then life happens. Our life experiences affect our attitude about happiness. They influence how much we believe we deserve happiness or convince us we don’t...

September 3, 2026

Patient/Caregiver

Learning More about Pacemakers

The signs of needing a pacemaker can be easy to miss at first. You might notice fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath, or confusion in your loved one. Or hear them commenting, “I just don’t feel right anymore.” If a slow...

July 27, 2026

Patient/Caregiver

When Reasoning Becomes a Concern

When an aging loved one starts making what you consider poor decisions, it’s worrisome. Are they no longer thinking straight? Is this normal aging or something more serious? There are two terms to know when concerns arise about cognition: capacity...

July 27, 2026

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Category: Patient/Caregiver

Alternatives to Traditional Burials

Making your Home Safe for Older Guests

Does my Relative have “Capacity”?

What is a Daily Money Manager?

Honoring a Loved One who has Died

Changes in Memory or Thinking?

Visiting the Doctor after a Fall

The Habit of Happiness

Learning More about Pacemakers

When Reasoning Becomes a Concern

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Alternatives to Traditional Burials

Making your Home Safe for Older Guests

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