There’s no arguing that eating right, getting exercise and enough sleep each night can increase the chances of living a longer, happier life. However, proper nourishment and a healthy lifestyle aren’t the only predictors of being more satisfied during your...
According to the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, approximately 17 percent of adult children will provide care for a parent at some point. Typically, parents care for their children as they grow up, providing guidance, a sense of security, love,...
This is a cautionary tale of how quickly things can go wrong when you live far from a loved one who needs care at home. Sherry M. is caring for her 99-year-old mother remotely. Her mom, who has dementia and is no longer ambulatory, lives in her own condo in south...
Caregiving is not for the faint of heart. Caregiving can be emotionally, physically, psychologically and economically challenging. It can entail a wide variety of tasks such as helping with cooking, transporting the loved one from home to doctor’s appointments,...
If you’re caring for an elderly or ailing friend or family member, you know about the stress and challenges of looking after a loved one. You may have to perform various tasks and chores – helping with basic needs like bathing and grooming, house cleaning,...
This latest PersonalRX blog post focuses on the challenges facing older adults in their desire to age in place. Included is some research that explores the issues and costs involved in this decision as well as the role caregivers play in enabling their loved one to...
