The benefits of using a move manager, part 2 In our last article we described the job of a professional move manager who facilitates the physical and emotional aspects of a move for senior citizens. We talked about some of the benefits of using a move manager,...
The benefits of using a Senior Move Manager to move your parents into assisted living Moving to a new home is a stressful undertaking in the best of circumstances. There is so much to do, and so many decisions that need to be made. There may be downsizing involved, an...
How can I get my aging parent(s) to accept help? While there are many agencies that exist to serve older adults and those with disabilities, your parent or grandparent may see the assistance as unnecessary or an invasion of privacy. It may also be viewed in terms of a...
Connecting with your long-distance loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease Being a caregiver for a parent with Alzheimer’s disease from a long distance away can be an experience fraught with emotion. Guilt, helplessness, frustration and grief are some of the...
Making the decision to move to an adult family home As our population ages, more and more seniors are living alone in their homes. It has been found that over 90% of Americans over the age of 65 want to stay in their homes for as long as possible. While staying in...
What we leave behind Most of us want to leave something of value and meaning when we leave this earth. Organizing and sorting through our things and memories can be a daunting task, however. Our elders can leave us a priceless gift whether or not they leave material...
