Advocacy is problem solving with a heart. We problem solve every day to deal with life’s challenges. When a family member is sick or needs help we are there for them. Helping older adults is more of t
When Advocate Meets Advocate – 5 Things to Keep in Mind
Family, friends, social workers, neighbors, etc. play important advocacy roles for the elderly. When more than one advocate meet there can still be differences of opinion – here is what to keep i
Customer Service for the Elderly
As a caregiver one area that I am hyper sensitive about is customer service for the elderly. Here is an example I have run into while caring for my mother. We were at a restaurant and the hostess took
Caring for an Aging Parent: Balancing the New Role of Caregiver
It is difficult to change roles in a family from that of your parents caring for you to know you caring for one or both of your aging parents. We no longer live in a culture where many of our children
Talking to Your Aging Loved Ones About Finances
If you act too interested in your parents’ finances, they may get uneasy. But it’s never too early to find out what you can – particularly if you expect to have to support one or both of your parents