By Marie Bradby A few years ago, when Sara Smith was helping serve supper to children at the Dare to Care Kids Café with other church volunteers, she met a teenage girl who relied on the evening meal program. Sara, a retired school teacher, also learned that the girl was behind … [Read more...] about 7 Tips for Leaving a Meaningful Legacy
Three Things Every Caregiver Should Know
By Yelena Sapin Handling the responsibility of caring for a loved one can be overwhelming and stressful -- especially when it happens suddenly. These caregivers and experts share advice on how to stay positive through the tough times and prepare yourself for your role as a … [Read more...] about Three Things Every Caregiver Should Know
A Support Group that Helps You When You’re Sick
By Mark Kaelin Finding the resources you need to manage chronic illnesses can be overwhelming. “The Flourish Program uses a team of social workers, doctors, therapists, pharmacists, and even attorneys to address all aspects of a client’s health and coordinate care to maximize … [Read more...] about A Support Group that Helps You When You’re Sick
Try This if Your Loved One is Losing Weight Because of Parkinson’s
By Mark KaelinLiving with Parkinson’s disease presents certain challenges to patients and caregivers. Increased caloric expenditure due to tremors, changes to one’s sense of smell, and medication side effects such as nausea make it difficult for a person with the disease to … [Read more...] about Try This if Your Loved One is Losing Weight Because of Parkinson’s
Six Ideas that Will Make a Home Safer for Someone with Alzheimer’s
By Carrie VittitoePatients with Alzheimer’s disease often have problems with visual perception, but Amy Sass, a client and employee coordinator with Caring Excellence at Home, has suggestions for minimizing the risk of falls and resulting injuries:- Remove all rugs.- Keep corners … [Read more...] about Six Ideas that Will Make a Home Safer for Someone with Alzheimer’s