Doctor visits can be hard pills to swallow for caregivers and seniors. These three tips can make it easier:Time the visit just right. Generally, midmorning between 9:30 and 10:30 is the best period for a senior to see a physician. This gives time for the caregiver to help the … [Read more...] about 3 ways to make doctor visits easier
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4 things to know before admitting your loved one to a care setting
Q: Linda, what do families need to know before admitting aging loved ones to any care setting due to Alzheimer's or related dementias, physical decline, or diseases requiring 24/7 care? – JoanLinda Hitt Kempf, RN, LNHAA: When selecting the best care, do it right the first … [Read more...] about 4 things to know before admitting your loved one to a care setting
3 Ways to Jumpstart Your Summer
Get out there! See what’s blooming this summerCheck out the Hidden Treasures garden tour through Old Louisville June 8-9 from 10a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Old Louisville information center or by phone at 502.635.5247. Visit for more info.Stay strong and … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Jumpstart Your Summer
3 Simple Steps to Prevent Home Fires
May is National Electrical Safety Month! Learn how you can keep your home safe with this special guest post from the Electrical Safety Foundation International.One of the most devastating experiences you can ever face, short of losing a loved one, is losing your home and all of … [Read more...] about 3 Simple Steps to Prevent Home Fires
Learn from a master gardener this weekend!
Eamonn Cullen will host the first Lessons Learned Garden Tour this Saturday.Cullen learned to garden from watching his grandfather, who was head gardener at a seminary in Ireland. His garden today features plant communities compact enough for large groups and Cullen as he … [Read more...] about Learn from a master gardener this weekend!