3 Ways to Help the Elderly Cope with Grief and Loss

Nov 10, 2021 | Death, Family Dynamics, Life Balance

3 ways to help the elderly cope with grief and loss At some point in our lives, we’ve all experienced what it is like to grieve the loss of someone that we love and cherish. And while older people may have had more experience dealing with losses, losing an adult...

6 Tips for Long Distance Caregivers

Nov 8, 2021 | Distance, Family Dynamics

  There’s no doubt — trying to take care of aging parents from a distance is hard. Whether you live an hour away or are caregiving for a parent in a different state, stress and guilt take an emotional toll. You can’t be there in person all the time, so what can...

How to Get Up From a Fall

Nov 1, 2021 | Diagnosis

How to Get Up From a Fall: Step-by-Step Guide for Seniors Presented by Lumen5 According to the CDC, more than 1 in 4 people age 65 and older fall each year. Even worse, after an older adult falls, lying on the floor for a long time or getting up incorrectly could...

Steps to Take after Your Spouse Dies

Oct 18, 2021 | Death

The death of your spouse is a period of unimaginable grief. Unfortunately, there are many legal and financial obligations that will not wait. Here is a checklist to help guide you through the most important tasks you need to complete: Don’t make any...

Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s)

Oct 5, 2021 | ALL CATALYST

  Activities of Daily Living (“ADL’s) is a phrase used in the medical insurance field to determine the type of long-term care a person needs and what type of insurance will cover the costs. ADL’s are routine activities that all human beings carry out on a daily...

Aging Parents From A Distance

Sep 13, 2021 | Distance, Family Dynamics, Life Balance, Safe Housing

The fact is, seniors living alone in their 70s and beyond may keep serious problems to themselves because they don’t want to worry you or feel like a burden. On your next visit, look for these clues that can help you determine if you need to step in or seek for...