by khanslits | Aug 13, 2015 | Caregiver Helpers
According to various studies conducted by Clarity, AARP, MetLife and others, older adults fear loss of independence even more than death. According to the Clarity study loss of independence was at the top of the list out of the five fears most expressed by people 65... by khanslits | Jan 25, 2015 | Caregiver Helpers
Many of us fear that our parent will succumb to Alzheimer’s. According to the National Vital Statistics System, it is the fifth leading cause of death among people aged 65 years and over, so it is a reasonable concern. However that fear can lead to worry that a... by khanslits | Jan 24, 2015 | Senior Health
I once had a friend tell me “The secret to successful aging is the acceptance of letting go.” When she first said that to me, I thought the view rather defeatist and depressing, but I could not help but ponder on the idea. Not only did I eventually accept the idea as... 
by khanslits | Jan 24, 2015 | Caregiver Helpers
Shirley McGee recently audited a Certified Senior Advisor class in Richmond, Virginia. She was impressed with one of the exercises, given to the students, which was intended to give them a better understanding of challenges faced by the elderly. The instructor had... by khanslits | Sep 21, 2014 | Senior Health
Anyone who has experienced a UTI (urinary tract infection) in their youth will tell you that it has distinct physical symptoms, such as pain, burning, frequency, and pressure. In fact, given time, a UTI is too painful to endure without medical intervention. This is... by khanslits | Jul 14, 2014 | Senior Helpers
If someone is hurting you, neglecting you, taking advantage of you, or making you feel bad about yourself, then you could be one of the nearly 2 million older adults who are victims of elder abuse. At least 1 in 10 Americans over the age of 60 has experienced some... by khanslits | Aug 19, 2013 | Caregiver Helpers
Once again, the media has taken hold of an isolated study and the Internet has run rampant with advice on the topic. What I am referring to is a recent email I received, which contained a strong suggestion that Alzheimer’s patients be served food on red plates.... by khanslits | Aug 6, 2013 | Senior Health
What pops into your head when you hear “Conductorcise”? Have you heard of it before? Volume III Rejuvenate is just plain fun! Not only is the music beautiful, ADAM (Waltz from Giselle), Beethoven, Mozart, to name a few but Maestro David Dworkin is a true... 
by khanslits | May 1, 2013 | Uncategorized
Chase Jensen, the official VP of Public Relations, at the office in his personalized Home Sweet Home Care Inc. attire. He insists that maintaining a casual environment in the office is good for employee moral. He says, “We’re about home care and no one... by khanslits | Apr 8, 2013 | Caregiver Helpers
Most of us dread the thought that we might have to intercede on our loved ones behalf, but there are real signs a senior needs help. We don’t want to believe it, and they don’t want to believe it. And it is not unusual to procrastinate and hope that our...