7 Stages of Dementia

Jan 17, 2022 | Diagnosis

One of the most difficult things to hear about dementia is that, dementia is irreversible and incurable. However, with an early diagnosis and proper care, the progression of some forms of dementia can be managed and slowed down. The cognitive decline that accompanies...

How to Get Access to Your Parents’ Health Records

Jan 3, 2022 | Diagnosis

As your parents age, you may become more involved in their medical care. They may ask you to drive them to appointments or help make decisions about their care. As you do this, you may find you need to get access to their health records. HIPAA prevents the...

Seniors and a Difficult Holiday Season: 5 Ways to Stay Positive

Dec 6, 2021 | Diagnosis

  For many seniors, it can be difficult to stay positive and happy during this time. To help seniors combat the isolation, lack of activity, and depression that might occur during the holidays, it’s important to stay educated and proactive. 1. Reminisce in...

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...

Let’s Get Real with Age-Bias

Jun 11, 2018 | ALL CAREGIVING ISSUES, ALL CATALYST, Diagnosis, Life Balance

Let’s get real for a minute… In Ashton Applewhite’s captivating manifesto, she focuses on the subject of age-biased, which she refers to as Ageism. What is one thing that every person is going to become? Older. So let’s get real for a moment! It just so...

Parents moving in with you?

Sep 27, 2017 | ALL CAREGIVING ISSUES, ALL CATALYST, Diagnosis, Downsizing, Family Dynamics, Life Balance, Safe Housing

The facts are clear: you are likely to have a Baby Boomer parent or grandparent, or you’re a Boomer yourself. We know this group is going to need help, and the family support system will likely need a backup. That’s what we’re here for. But just in...