by Marie LeBlanc | Jul 15, 2023 | Caregiving, Well-being
Criminals and hackers find new ways to defraud innocent people all the time and often their activities are directed to the elderly. Watch out for these new scams and follow the suggestions to Stay Safe! Romance Scams Criminals pose as love interests online with...
by Marie LeBlanc | May 15, 2023 | Caregiving, Well-being
“In the best conversations, you don’t even remember what you talked about, only how it felt.” John Green, Turtles All the Way Down A great conversation can be exciting, comforting, and revealing, all at once, especially if you are talking with someone with...
by Marie LeBlanc | Jun 17, 2022 | Caregiving, Well-being
It is true that caregivers need a break from their day-to-day responsibilities caring for a loved one. While it is ideal to share these responsibilities with a family member or dear friend, it isn’t always possible for caregivers to “switch off” and get away for a...
by Marie LeBlanc | May 31, 2022 | Caregiving, Well-being
The concerns and challenges of long-distance caregivers … According to a 2020 study by AARP Caregiving in the United States 2020, 11% of family caregivers live an hour or more away from their aging or ailing loved one. Many are taking care of family members from a...
by Marie LeBlanc | Nov 15, 2019 | Caregiving, Well-being
It takes more than credentials … when selecting a caregiver for your loved one, look beyond the resume. Yes, it is vitally important that the individual or individuals you select to be a caregiver have the training, skills, and experience to provide the services you...
by Marie LeBlanc | Jul 15, 2019 | Caregiving, Well-being
Respite care provides relief for those who are caring for an elderly person who relies on their assistance — whether it is simply helping around the home and offering transportation or more comprehensive care that includes meal preparation, dressing, bathing,...
