Category Archives: Caring for Older Adults

Managing a Loved One’s Care from Afar

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It is hard enough to manage the care of an older adult loved one when they are nearby. Being at a distance — a situation that describes 15% of all caregiver relationships and that is estimated to increase significantly over the next few years — only compounds things in terms of both expense and emotional distress. … Read on…

A Life Well Lived

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I was introduced to Rosalie in April 2009 as she was about to embark on her first total knee replacement. Her children recognized that living alone and scheduling a major orthopedic procedure at the age of 86 required forethought and outside support. In April 2022, Rosalie passed. Over our 13 years together, we managed… Read on…

Planning for Alternative Living Arrangements

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As we age, at some point in our lives, we may experience a downward progression; it could be physical, cognitive, or some combination. And while each individual’s experience will vary, there are some consistent patterns. For some of us, the change in type and degree of care required will also require a transition to an… Read on…