Older Adults Deserve Dignity and Respect
No one likes to feel disrespected or belittled but, it seems that’s what we tend to do to people who are old or disabled.
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- Aug 25
What Is a Doula?
What is a doula? How can a doula help older adults? Katlyn Clifton, a Gerontologist in Sumner County, explains.
- Jun 28
Mom & Dad Had Too Much Stuff
When an older adult can no longer live at home, what happens to their personal property? Elder Care Coordinator Debra King weighs in.
- May 26
Sweating Through a Caregiving Summer
Try these simple strategies for surviving the summer heat and managing its effects on elderly loved ones.
- May 17
Elder Care Coordination: What a Nice Surprise
The ability to access the services of an elder care coordinator is often one of the most unexpected blessings of working with our firm.
- May 3
Who Will Take Mom's Stuff?
What will you do with the things that fill an elderly parent's home? Elder Care Coordinator Debra King offers some tips.
- Feb 8
Never Underestimate a Person Living with Dementia
This man taught Joshua Hunter an important lesson about dementia--and about life.
- Feb 8
Mom needed care. I needed help.
Trena needed help paying for her mom's care. Here's what she did.
- Jan 17
Will the Hidden Costs of Caregiving Jeopardize Your Future?
Free help from family isn't really free. There is ALWAYS a cost to caregiving. Someone is paying the price. Is it you?
- Jan 12
Helping Seniors Avoid the Winter Blues
Are the older loved ones in your life feeling down during the cold, dark days of winter? Here's how to help them combat the winter blues.
- Dec 14, 2022
Holiday Travel and Dementia
If you have a loved one with dementia who will be accompanying you on a trip during the holidays, give these tips a try.
- Nov 30, 2022
Does Your Elderly Loved One Need a REAL ID?
What is the Tennessee Real ID? Should you help the elderly loved ones in your care get one? This answers the most common questions.
- Oct 26, 2022
Dementia and Halloween: What You Need to Know
For older adults dealing with dementia, however, Halloween can be anything but fun. Here's how to make the holiday more enjoyable.
- Oct 5, 2022
PASS: Men as Solo Agers
Is aging without family support the same if you're a man or a woman? We think not. This article explains why.
- Oct 5, 2022
Autumn is Here
Autumn is a wonderful time of the year. The weather is getting a little cooler– not too cold yet--and the air is a little crisper.
- Sep 16, 2022
Plan Today for Tomorrow's Elder Care Emergencies
It’s midnight. The phone rings. Mom’s had a fall. She’s being taken to the hospital. Now what?
- Sep 16, 2022
Fall Prevention: Dealing with Resistance
Generational clashes are especially common when it comes to dealing with the reality of an older adult’s fall risk.
- Aug 2, 2022
Will Hidden Eldercare Costs Blindside Your Family?
If you want to navigate the elder care journey without going broke, you won’t want to miss this FREE educational event...
- Jul 25, 2022
After My First Meeting, I Was So Relieved
When my mom went into rehab after having a stroke, I was told that I should see an elder care lawyer to protect Mom’s assets...
- Jul 20, 2022
Elder Abuse: Spotting the Signs and Getting Help
Elder abuse. What is it? Where does it happen? Who are the victims? What can we do to protect our loved ones?
- Jun 19, 2022
Are You Assuming Your Kids Will Be Your Caregivers?
Are you expecting your kids to care for you in your old age—but you’ve never talked to them about it? This is a mistake...
- Jun 15, 2022
When Out-of-Town Relatives Visit
When family members visit, caregivers often welcome the break. Sometimes, though, visiting family members can bring new sets of worries...
- Jun 15, 2022
Are You In the Conflict Box?
Caregivers urge their parents to accept help, move to an assisted living facility, or surrender the car keys. Parents resist.
- Jun 15, 2022
Window for RECA Claims Extended
If someone you love is dealing with an illness related to exposure to nuclear radiation, this article is for you.
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