Once a family member’s health status begins to decline, it can be difficult for them to remain feeling dignified and independent when they are unable to live the life they once lived and need assistance doing daily life activities. There are ways that loving family...
When family members begin to age and safety and independence becomes more of a concern, families are typically faced with the question of being present to support elderly family members themselves, hiring help, discussing the option of long-term care/assisted living...
Exactly what a chaplain is and the duties a chaplain is expected to perform, and for whom, may be a little challenging for most people to describe in detail. This article serves to explain what a chaplain is and their main roles in service to others. What is a...
These days, people are waiting longer to have children. And while there are many benefits to this, such as being more financially stable by the time kids come along, it also means that extended family members, like grandparents, are older. In fact, your young...
Parents and other caregivers who gather their household members together regularly to discuss issues large and small, and about anything—chores, rules, or upcoming vacation activities—know that it is a fantastic way to get buy-in from kids. But that’s not the only...
Talking about and accepting the need for assistance can be a touchy subject for elderly parents who are extremely independent in their everyday lives and want to “continue life as normal”. But sometimes, due to adverse health events such as Alzheimer’s disease,...
