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As adult children of aging parents we know ‘those’ days are coming.  As our parents, spouse, or other loved ones have difficulties in life, maybe mobility, illness, or dementia, we may be faced with the daunting task of seeking support for them.  The question is always, can we care take care of “Mom” ourselves?  We don’t like to talk about nursing homes or other facilities so we can handle it ourselves. But many who do this experience Caregiver Burnout. You are not alone.  43.5 million adults were unpaid caregivers last year.  Unpaid Caregivers and Caregiver Burnout I don’t know about… Read More »

Do you need a Home Healthcare Provider? It’s time. Maybe someone had an accident or surgery, or maybe eldercare sends you looking for Home Healthcare. You may be in a panicked state as you weren’t expecting this immediate need. Let’s look at getting prepared for this, maybe before you need it. This is a pretty big topic with lots of facets to it. Maybe it’s best if we break it down for you. As mentioned above there are many reasons for needing in-home care. Do you have a elder parent who you are primary caregiver for? They may be diagnosed… Read More »

Visiting Family Holidays brings together whatever your family looks like.  What your family looks like is different from anyone else’s.  And how would Home Healthcare be a part of our discussion about the holidays? As is the case for many this holiday season, you may be going to visit family that you haven’t seen for quite awhile due to the events of the last 2 years. I’m sure you are excited to see maybe Mom, Dad, aunts, uncles, and maybe even cousins. Great! I’m sure the reunions will be awesome. Memories carry us a long way but what happens when… Read More »

AGING AND YOU You know you’re getting older (sorry to say), but where do you fit in to the statistics in the US? “By 2030,…1 out of every 5 US Citizens will be of retirement age.” However, the biggest impact to you and your family may be that of healthcare. “A swelling senior citizen population equals higher patient volumes… causing a tipping point in caregiver shortage…about 500,000 home health aides, 100,000 nursing assistants and 29,000 nurse practitioners.” Alarming statistics coming in the next few years according to Andrew Meola in this article in Insiderintelligence.com. ( Aging Population and Healthcare) We… Read More »