by Family Private Care | Jun 14, 2013 | Caregiving, Healthy Living, Home Health Care
Choosing a geriatric doctor for your loved one will be an important decision that will affect both the short- and long-term. Like choosing a pediatrician for a young child, selecting a geriatric doctor deserves careful consideration. This is the person that you will...
by Family Private Care | May 30, 2013 | Caregiving, Healthy Living, Home Health Care, Respite Care
We often hear about elder abuse, but many of us would be unable to spot it if it were occurring. It can be difficult to recognize elder abuse because it comes in many varieties. Each year, hundreds of thousands of older persons are abused, neglected and exploited by...
by Family Private Care | Dec 26, 2012 | Caregiving
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease is challenging. Grandpa’s memories of breakfast may have gone away with the clean dishes but by setting a scene for activities that touch his heart, you might bring some balance to both of you. Offerings such as...
by Family Private Care | Dec 11, 2012 | Caregiving
Becoming a caregiver can change your life. Sometimes in small ways and sometimes in what feels like every way. To better understand how it affected one individual, reporter and blogger, Sally Abrahms shares with AARP her story of taking care of her aging parents and...
by Family Private Care | Nov 27, 2012 | Caregiving
Most of us relish the holiday season with opportunities to relax, spend time with family, and enjoy traditions. For the elderly and aging, however, it can lead to challenging moments. Imagine being forgetful, unable to get around or having seasonal depression. Happy...