How to Handle Feelings of Guilt After an Aging Parent Moves into a Care Home

April 24, 2018.Reading time 8 minutes.

There can be a feeling of guilt associated with moving your loved ones into a care home. Often, they have never discussed or planned on their preference for end-of-life care, and as their caregiver, you are left to make this difficult decision for them. I’ve worked in long-term care for over ten years, and time […]

The Benefits of Animal Therapy for Older Adults Living with Dementia

April 18, 2018.Reading time 6 minutes.

Guest Post Author: Jackie Gutierrez | St. Paul’s Senior Services The Benefits of Animal Therapy for Seniors There are many ways that senior men and women can go about improving their health. Regular exercise, proper dieting, and routine medical checkups are among the most important and well-known ways to ensure optimal health well into the […]

The Importance of Medication Adherence: Start Managing an Aging Parents Medications Schedule with CVS Pharmacy

April 11, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

I’m proud to be working with CVS Pharmacy to help spread the word about #BetterHealthMadeEasy, how to #FindYourHealthy and #DiscoverCVS. All opinions expressed are my own, and all product claims or program details shared should be verified at CVS.com or with the appropriate manufacturers. What is Medication Adherence Medication adherence refers to whether patients take their medications as prescribed (e.g., […]

An Interview with Rick O. Weijo: How to Leave your Legacy for Future Generations

April 4, 2018.Reading time 1 minute.

Last week, I spoke with Richard (Rick) O. Weijo, Ph.D. Author of Remember Me: Creating & Leaving an Inspiring and Memorable Legacy. During the interview, we discussed what life events prompted him to write his book and I learned more about the importance of creating a legacy for future generations. Currently, Rick is a consultant and writer. He […]

Coordinating Recovery After a Hospital Stay:  Advice to Help Caregivers Navigate the Challenges of Post-Acute Care

April 3, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

Guest Post Author: Preeya D’Mello | Repisodic One of the most challenging experiences in caregiving can be managing the recovery process after a loved one has been discharged from a hospital. Many older adults require some sort of follow-up healthcare service after a hospitalization. These services, known as post-acute care, are some of the most important […]

The Importance of Spending Time with Those Living with Dementia – Free Spring Activity Guide

March 27, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

Guest Post Author: Ben Atkinson-Willes | Active Minds Globally, the numbers of people living with dementia are predicted to increase from 50 million in 2017 to over 125 million in 2050. Activities such as painting have been proven to help people reconnect with their surroundings and can reduce isolation and depression, but why not try taking […]

Practical Tips to Caregiving: How a Notebook can Help you as a Caregiver to the Older Adult in Your Life

March 21, 2018.Reading time 9 minutes.

The Power of Notetaking It seems simple, but notetaking can be your number one tool in caregiving. A significant decline in the health of older adults will often bring with it a ton of new information that you as their caregiver will need to know and remember. This coupled with the natural struggle of coming […]

An Interview with Meg Laporte on her Series Age in America

March 20, 2018.Reading time 1 minute.

This week I sat down with Meg LaPorte, a freelance writer and communications consultant, adjunct instructor at UMBC’s Erickson school, and founder of Age In America. She serves as director of communications and marketing for LifeSpan Network and writes for various senior living publications, including McKnight’s Long Term Care News and Senior Housing Forum. LaPorte […]

An Interview with Kate DeBartolo of the Conversation Project, Talking Matters

March 12, 2018.Reading time 1 minute.

I sat down with Kate DeBartolo to learn about the Institute for Healthcare Improvements initiative, the Conversation Project. Kate DeBartolo, National Field Director, has worked at The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) since 2007. She currently leads both the national field team at IHI as well as for The Conversation Project. Her work on The Conversation […]

Supporting the Family Caregiver: CVS Pharmacy Designs a Digital App that Benefits both the Older Adult and the Family Caregiver

March 6, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

I’m proud to be working with CVS Pharmacy to help spread the word about #BetterHealthMadeEasy, how to #FindYourHealthy and #DiscoverCVS. All opinions expressed are my own, and all product claims or program details shared should be verified at CVS.com or with the appropriate manufacturers. In our last post, Sick and Tired of Trying to Manage All your […]

An Interview with the AlzAuthors Team, a Collector of Stories and Personal Journey’s through Dementia and Alzheimer’s

March 5, 2018.Reading time 4 minutes.

I had a fabulous discussion with the AlzAuthor’s team this week. These five amazing women all have their own personal journey’s with Alzheimer’s and have join forces to share and raise awareness so that other’s experiencing Alzheimer’s, or dementia do not have to feel alone. The AlzAuthor’s Team Jean Lee lives with her husband in […]

5 Tips to Help Maintain a Positive Attitude in Retirement and Beyond

February 27, 2018.Reading time 6 minutes.

Guest Post Author: Erin Young | Evergreen Matcha While growing older opens the doors to many freedoms – travel, the pursuit of passions, and time spent with loved ones – it also comes with its fair share of challenges. One of the best ways to enjoy your retirement is to ensure you feel positive, motivated, and at […]

The Upside to Aging

Author: theupsidetoaging