Elderspeak: What It Is and Why It Can Be Harmful
“Elderspeak” is a unique pattern of speech – similar to baby talk – that younger individuals often adopt when speaking...
July 24, 2020
Elder Care
Elder Care
What is Elder Care?
Elder Care (which is also called Senior Care or Elderly Care) describes a range of services that are meant to help older people live...
July 9, 2020
Elder Care, Senior Care
Elder Care, Senior Care
Helpful Elder Care / Senior Care Resource Links
When caring for a loved one or planning for your own Elder Care needs, there is no such thing as...
June 25, 2020
Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning
Elder Care, Elder Law, Estate Planning
What Happens If Family Members Disagree About Care of an Aging Parent?
Aging parents often need help with personal care, health concerns, and financial decisions. They may even lose the mental capacity...
May 8, 2020
Coronavirus, Elder Care
Coronavirus, Elder Care
Coronavirus Calls Attention to Senior Loneliness
Coronavirus in the U.S. Calls Attention to Senior Loneliness During the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), “social distancing” has been...
April 27, 2020
COVID-19, Elder Care, Home Care
COVID-19, Elder Care, Home Care
Virus Prevention Tips for In-Home Senior Caregivers
Virus Prevention Tips for In-Home Senior Caregivers The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our lives and altered how we interact with...