In many cases, Seniors will resist getting help and this can be so challenging for families trying to initiate home care. It can be very difficult to recognize they are losing some independence and often they feel they are becoming a burden on others. There are some key things you can do to make sure you introduce home care in the right way which benefits everyone. Here are a few key points you might want to consider when talking to your parents or family member:

 

#1.       Include your parents on the decision-making process. This decision will affect them the most so important they feel they are involved. Like anything, if you feel like you are helping decide you will be more invested.

 

#2.       Talk about all the advantages of home care [Read more…]

One of the most difficult conversations an adult child will have with a parent is the one that focuses around the parent’s driving.

Many seniors get to the point where they are no longer safe behind the wheel.  In many cases, it will be up to the child to initiate the conversation that will convince them that it’s time to put away the car keys. [Read more…]

Cottage Caregivers recently launched a program the Brainy Day Activity Program into our overall senior care program. This program helps with getting in touch with self-awareness, making decisions as well as laughing and reducing boredom. The Brainy Day Activity Program was developed by a nationally certified activity director with over 20 years experience with seniors having Alzheimer’s and Dementia. [Read more…]