Caregiving Parental Relationships, Sibling Rivalry, and Fear of Asking for Help By Jane Farrell article The familiar saying ΓÇ£you can choose your friends but not your familyΓÇ¥ becomes a glaring reality when adult parents might … Read More→
Aging Well Well-being Surviving Longevity By Jane Farrell article Age 85+ is becoming the fastest growing demographic in the U.S. And those of us (the so called ΓÇ£boomersΓÇ¥, aged … Read More→
_ Caregiving Some Surprising Truths About Caregivers By article Although the ΓÇ£sandwich generationΓÇ¥ is usually believed to include many caregivers, in fact they make up a very small part … Read More→
_ Alternative Health Stress-Busting Strategies From a Reiki Practitioner By article ┬áBy Eve Marx Life, as we know it, is filled with stress. In our younger days, like when we were … Read More→
Caregiving Stress-Free Living Dealing with Family Stress When Caring for an Elderly Parent By article ItΓÇÖs a time in life that no one looks forward to, but is often times inevitable: caring for an ill … Read More→
Marriage When One Spouse Stops Driving, Both Suffer Negative Consequences By article When one elderly spouse hangs up the car keys, both partners are less likely to work or volunteer, according to … Read More→
_ Caregiving Needed: Better Communication with Older Parents By article Better processes are needed to help improve communication between elderly parents and adult children, researchers say. Such communication is often … Read More→
When Cutting Toxic Family Ties Impacts Your Loved Ones By blog Cutting ties with family members is one of the hardest decisions we may face in life, because we are conditioned […]
Glen Campbell's Legacy: I'll Be Me By blog I love documentaries, and often pick one over a regular movie. Even so, I wasn’t so sure about seeing “I’ll […]
_ Marriage The 4 Signs of A Controlling Spouse By article Marriage ΓÇô in fact, any love relationship ΓÇô is a two-way street. Partners need to be equal if itΓÇÖs to … Read More→
Doesn't Anyone Know What Dying Looks Like? By blog I live and work in the house of medicine. You would think that those of us who have chosen this profession would actually know what dying looks like. Furthermore, one would hope that if the doctor could identify dying, he or she could share this with the patient and family (given that this is fairly significant medical information!). I never cease to be amazed that most doctors cannot speak straightforwardly and compassionately about the reality of death and dying.
_ Caregiving Synching Info Between Homes & Hospitals By Sondra Forsyth article Researchers at the University of Missouri in Columbia are working to develop an in-home health monitoring and alert system that streams patientsΓÇÖ individualized health information between homes and hospitals. The systemΓÇÖs ability to provide comprehensive health information could lead to better care for patients as well as reduced costs for individuals and health systems.
_ Caregiving Aging in Place: The ΓÇ£Granny PodsΓÇ¥ Trend By article By Hilary Young According to the American Association of Retired Persons, over 80 percent of adults now intend to age in place. Nursing homes are no longer the norm. Many seniors prefer to stay active and remain independent for as long as possible. One major trend that is helping to make this wish come true is the proliferation of transitional housing options, otherwise known as “Granny Pods.”
_ Medical Care The Right Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Hepatitis C By Sondra Forsyth article By Sondra Forsyth The Centers for Disease Control has designated May as Hepatitis Awareness Month. One goal of that campaign is to let Boomers know that of the more than three million Americans infected with hepatitis C, over 75% are in their 50s and 60s. You can find out the extent of your risk with this 5-minute online assessment from the CDC.
_ Financial Issues for Caregivers By article By Hilary Young While caring for a loved one may seem like the better, cheaper alternative to assisted living, there are actually many financial issues to consider. Understanding these issues and knowing how to cope with them is vital because people are now living longer than ever before and many family members will eventually take on the role of caregiver.
Midlife Bloggers Want a Seat at the Table By blog It is that time of year again. Almost daily, I receive an invitation or update in my inbox about upcoming blogging conferences. Since I started blogging three years ago, I’ve attended my share of blog events, from small gatherings with only a handful of attendees to huge conferences with thousands of bloggers from far-flung locations. However, last year I opted out of blogging conferences and this year doing the same.
_ Health Headlines American Pain By Jane Farrell article New cases of chronic pain occur more often among U.S. adults than new cases of several other common conditions, including … Read More→