One of the most difficult components of senior living is the constant worry over what comes next. Oftentimes, it is overwhelming to consider how many decisions have to be made in a short time-span, so that in the event of disability or death, all personal wishes and information are easy to access and understand. Well, there’s a program for that: Ducks in a Row Services is the ultimate go-to … [Read more...]
Five Ways to Get your Elderly Parent to Listen to You
Do your elderly parents refuse or resist your help? Frustrating, isn’t it? As geriatric care managers we frequently see this happen within families. It can be especially worrisome to long distance caregivers for parents who are aging in place, but there are ways to communicate that can work miracles: 1.      Let your parent be right. Communicating requires that your parents actually hear you, … [Read more...]