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When Annie’s husband, Dennis, passed away she was initially overcome with sorrow. For five years Dennis had suffered from Alzheimer’s, and Annie, 78, had been his loving primary caregiver. He was the focus of her life just as he had been for over 50 years. Now that Dennis was gone…

Hiring care professionals for your loved one with dementia who is living at home is no simple task. With so much to consider—from the cost of care, to your loved one’s health and safety, to their quality of life—it can be difficult to know exactly what to look for. We…

A guest article by our friends at DailyCaring.com Caregiving has funny moments Funny moments can happen while you’re caring for an older adult. Of course, chronic illnesses or diseases like Alzheimer’s are certainly no laughing matter. But even in the middle of the worst day, there’s still room for laughter.…

Navigating our healthcare options can be confusing for all of us at the best of times, and for older adults who are experiencing serious or life-threatening conditions it can be especially difficult. Fortunately, when it is difficult to advocate for ourselves or our loved ones, there are professionals whose job…

Seniors At Home’s professional care managers work like a “concierge.” They advocate on your behalf, help solve problems, and communicate with physicians, hospitals, and family. Care Managers can coordinate all the aspects of care for our clients, navigate the healthcare system, and provide peace of mind to family members. Our team…

For women—and seniors in particular—the risk of heart problems is often overlooked. February is American Heart Month, and it is an important reminder to take steps toward reducing our risk of heart disease. Anna has been a Seniors At Home client for several years. In November she was alone when…

Mary, a retired teacher, lives by herself. Recently widowed, she was finding it increasingly difficult to maintain her independence. Her two adult children were busy with work and their young families and Mary began to wonder at times why she was still around. Mary’s medical problems began to worsen and…

Many of us who are pet owners are aware how enjoyable spending time with a furry friend can be. But for older adults, the impact is often even more meaningful—scientific and empirical evidence indicates that spending time with animals offers comfort and joy to isolated seniors battling with depression. While…

Blog by Redwing Keyssar, RN, BA, Author and the Director of Seniors At Home’s Palliative Care program “Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable … Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.” — Dr. Martin Luther King,…

When a loved one is experiencing Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, one of the biggest challenges that family members and caregivers face is how to continue to have positive and meaningful conversations with their loved one. The types of conversations that were once enjoyed may no longer interest…