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Where are the paid caregivers?
Frustrated in your search for a paid caregiver? You are not alone. There is an extreme shortage of helpers right now. Even before COVID,...
Ann Hollander
Feb 6, 20232 min read
Long-distance caregiving
Distance makes caregiving more challenging, from knowing what's needed, to getting tasks accomplished. Here are some tips: Stay in touch....
Ann Hollander
Jan 30, 20232 min read
The yearly "Wellness Visit"
Catching things early is big with Medicare. Every year, all Medicare enrollees are eligible for a free "Wellness Visit" with their...
Ann Hollander
Jan 23, 20232 min read
Are you the primary caregiver?
In most families, there is one person who takes on the lion's share of caring for an aging loved one. Perhaps it's the oldest daughter....
Ann Hollander
Jan 16, 20232 min read
Dry eye syndrome
Our eyes show us the world. If something goes wrong with them, it can affect our total well-being. Dry eye syndrome makes eyes feel...
Ann Hollander
Jan 9, 20232 min read
Cold weather safety tips for indoors
The dangers of cold weather are obvious outdoors. But there are dangers indoors, too, most often because the house thermostat is set too...
Ann Hollander
Jan 2, 20232 min read
Healing torn relations
Take any roomful of people and likely two-thirds of them have relatives who aren't talking to each other. Families are messy. Hurts...
Ann Hollander
Dec 26, 20222 min read
Dementia and small children
The grandparent–grandchild relationship can be precious, like no other. But even young children notice if Grandma or Grandpa isn't acting...
Ann Hollander
Dec 19, 20222 min read
Is your home safe for older guests?
If you expect older visitors this season, check your home for hazards. Older adults often have impaired balance and vision. This makes...
Ann Hollander
Dec 12, 20222 min read
Not taking meds as directed?
Taking the right medicines at the right time is extremely important to health management. But 75%–96% of older adults admit that they...
Ann Hollander
Dec 5, 20222 min read
Gifts for those with memory loss
Deciding what holiday gifts to give a person with memory loss can be challenging. Following are some tips to share with family members....
Ann Hollander
Nov 28, 20222 min read
Honoring family caregivers
November is National Family Caregivers Month. We want to express our gratitude to you, who are part of the 40 million people (one in six...
Ann Hollander
Nov 21, 20222 min read
Suppose they don't get better ...
Are frequent visits to the ER a significant part of the past six to twelve months? Does your loved one seem more fatigued? Less...
Ann Hollander
Nov 14, 20222 min read
Palliative care for seriously ill veterans
Is your family member seriously ill or in frail condition? A veteran? If so, the VA has a special service that offers palliative care to...
Ann Hollander
Nov 7, 20222 min read
Putting anticipation to work for you
Do you ever wish you could wave a magic wand for more joy? Patience? Optimism? Motivation? Maybe less irritability and stress? It's...
Ann Hollander
Oct 31, 20222 min read
What is Lewy body dementia?
The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. However, there are many other conditions that also bring on memory problems. It...
Ann Hollander
Oct 24, 20222 min read
October is National Crime Prevention Month
It's unpleasant to imagine that your loved one might become the victim of crime, but it's worth considering. There are valuable...
Ann Hollander
Oct 17, 20222 min read
Who is who in skilled nursing facilities?
If your loved one is discharged from the hospital to a skilled nursing facility (SNF), their care will be in the hands of a team of...
Ann Hollander
Oct 10, 20222 min read
Are you prepared for a disaster?
No one likes to dwell on the possibility of disaster. But we all need to prepare for one, just in case. Help your relatives gear up for...
Ann Hollander
Sep 26, 20224 min read
Could medicines be the culprit?
If your loved one has balance problems, the culprit may be in the medicine. Many common medicines have side effects that can impair...
Ann Hollander
Sep 19, 20222 min read
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