When you are caring for a parent, spouse, or another loved one, it can feel responsible to put your own needs last. Over time, skipped appointments, broken sleep, and constant problem-solving can leave you running on empty. Family Caregivers Month in November is a helpful reminder that your health deserves attention, too. Caregiver self care […]
See MoreHoliday gatherings can bring warmth and connection, but they can also make the changes in an aging parent’s needs more visible. Travel, unfamiliar routines, crowded rooms, and pressure to make every tradition happen may leave your parent overwhelmed and you stretched thin. For families in Aurora, the goal is not a perfect celebration. It is […]
See MoreIf your senior parent wants to stay in their own home as they get older, you should sit down with them to talk about a care plan. Elder care is something that most seniors need at some point, especially if they are aging in place. Talking with your senior parent now about their wishes, their […]
See MoreAlmost 250,000 adults in the United States have transient ischemic attacks, or TIAs, every single year. TIAs are often called a “ministroke.” They are caused by blocked blood flow to the brain. TIA occurs most often in people who are over the age of 55. Ministroke can be an indicator that a senior has a […]
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