The Joy and Wisdom of Grandparenting
Grandparents are often the quiet project managers of family life: cheering from the bleachers, helping with childcare, and — when the time comes — guiding adult children through decisions about mom’s or dad’s changing health. Yet the senior-care marketplace is a maze of fees, acronyms, and well-meant promises. To cut through that noise, we evaluated … Read more
Families sometimes notice subtle shifts that suggest a loved one may need help at home. Tasks once handled with ease become more difficult, and routines start to change. Health, safety, and comfort can be affected when independence begins to decline. Recognizing these signs early allows families to respond thoughtfully and effectively. Home care services provide … Read more
Before we get into some great educational pathways that can really enhance the knowledge and confidence of anyone who wishes to assist older adults, we need to recognize how significantly the entire late-life care system has evolved in the past twenty years. Medical advancements have permitted us to live longer, sure, but living longer doesn’t … Read more
Humor Therapy for the Elderly By Dr. Marion Somers My 76-year-old father used to laugh all the time, but ever since he started having problems with his health, he stopped smiling and laughing. How can I get him laughing again? – Craig in Texas I use a concept called “humor therapy” quite often, … Read more
