Aging bodies often struggle with even basic movement as an everyday fact of life. Add a debilitating stroke or chronic disease to the wear and tear our bones and supporting tissues have taken over the years and we can easily see why getting around isn’t as easy as it used to be — and why … Read more
As we celebrate Mother’s Day and stop to reflect about how much our mother’s mean to us and how they lovingly cared for us, we come to the realization that they indeed did know best. Mom loved us unconditionally. She might not always have been happy with us or our behavior but she was the … Read more
It’s time again for Older Americans Month and time again to celebrate our seniors! Their contributions to our communities and society are numerous. As we recognize them this May, we also want to help them with their health and safety. That is our mission at Senior Care Corner, too, so we are proud to help … Read more
New technology advances are finding a place in the healthcare market. More and more different devices and systems are being put in place to help healthcare providers monitor and track the health of people who are at home and often far away from providers. Maybe even your senior loved ones…if not now, likely at some … Read more
Allowing their passing to be peaceful when the time comes is the ultimate gift a family caregiver can give to their senior loved one. Unfortunately, the result of a loved one’s loss is grief, making that final loving act of caregiving the most difficult. We all have faced or will face a situation where grief … Read more
My wallet was stolen!! When it’s someone we love, especially a vulnerable parent or grandparent, those words can send chills down the spine. After we find out they weren’t hurt (hopefully), our thoughts turn to what was taken. If we’re lucky, the loss is limited to cash, credit cards and maybe a nice purse and/or … Read more
Something seems to be wrong and you just don’t know what it is – – or what you can do about it. You are a good caregiver. You are doing the shopping, medication administration, cooking and entertaining for your senior loved one. You know without your loving attention, things could be so much worse for … Read more
Did you know: 70% of those currently over 65 years are expected to use some form of long term care for their future healthcare needs. How best will they be able to afford that care is something that worries caregivers and seniors. Some people think that Medicare will cover all their bills, but in reality … Read more
Innovation in technology has changed all our lives significantly — mostly for the better — in the last thirty years but may have had the least positive impact on the lives of our senior loved ones who are living independently at home. But we see that changing — and soon. We at Senior Care Corner … Read more
