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...
Parkinson’s Disease, the world’s fastest growing neurological disorder, affects approximately one million people in the U.S., with around 60,000 new cases diagnosed each year. In fact, PD affects more people each year than multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, and...
Long-term care is a difficult, yet necessary topic to talk about with loved ones as they age. But when is the right time to bring it up? Too soon, and someone gets offended. Too late, and the decisions become more difficult, with potentially fewer choices. Here are...
Alzheimer’s disease affects an estimated 6.5 million Americans over the age of 65. One in nine individuals age 65 and older are afflicted, with a projection of 12.7 million Americans by the year 2050. Currently, people living with Alzheimer’s make up a...
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,...
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