Aged care contracts: why you need one and what to include in it
You need to have clear duties and job expectations, as well as a plan of action in case something goes...
Senior care
Hiring a Nanny or Caregiver? Are you meeting your obligations as an Employer?
An overview of the main considerations when employing a domestic employee or caregiver.
Make a Game Plan for Visiting Grandparents in 2020
by freelance writer Riley Herder The start of a new year is a great time to map out the time...
8 Life Hacks for Seniors Living at Home
For seniors living at home, some everyday tasks are rather steep challenges. These eight life hacks and products are a...
How to Improve Cognitive Health in Old Age
by freelance writer Riley Herder Memory is a funny thing. Some people struggle to recall details of their childhood, but...
Fasting: Is It Safe for The Elderly?
Fasting is an ancient practice which still provides a world of benefits today. Whether part of a religious observance or...
10 Things Grandchildren Can Learn From Their Grandparents
The relationship between a grandchild and grandparent is a very special one. While grandparents act as an authority figure and...
Home Renovations for The Aged
Here are 5 tips for renovations that will help aged people stay living at home.
18 Quick and Easy Meals for Older Adults
Follow these quick and easy recipes and make sure your aged loved ones are getting all the nutrition they need.
9 Strategies to Help a Parent Who Refuses Care
Here are nine strategies to help you overcome the objections of a recalcitrant loved one.
Your coronavirus questions, answered: What seniors and their caregivers need to know
Here’s what senior caregivers and relatives need to know about coronavirus.
Strategies to Help Seniors Fight Loneliness During Pandemic
John Prine was only 24 when he penned the iconic American folk song “Hello in There.” As a young man...
Adult day care: What it is and how to choose a centre
Adult day care centres can be a more economical option for seniors with advanced medical challenges. If you’re considering enrolling...
4 common in-home aged care challenges and how to overcome them
It can sometimes be hard for someone to accept that they need extra help at home. Here’s how to overcome...
What Tasks Should Seniors Outsource?
Whether you are helping carry out tasks directly, or hiring outside assistance, it is essential to identify the everyday tasks...
The Pros and Cons of Senior Home Sharing
In this article, we will examine some of the pros and cons of home sharing for seniors to help you...
Nursing Case: When an Elderly Loved One Suddenly Needs Care
If an elderly loved one suddenly needs additional care, don’t panic. Stay calm, communicate well with everyone involved, and find...
18 Quick and Easy Meals for Seniors
Many caregivers worry whether their parents are eating enough and getting a balanced diet. These are valid concerns, given that...
8 Ways To Manage Sandwich Generation Stress
If you find yourself at the end of the day feeling drained and worrying about not doing enough, then demands...
When Mom Moves In: Creating Boundaries and Expectations
The decision to move a parent into your household can follow a crisis. Maybe mom had a stroke and you’ve...
Mastering the Transition into Retirement
by freelance writer Riley Herder Basketball legend Abe Lemons once quipped: “The trouble with retirement is you never get a...
Five Things to Do Before Your Parent Goes to a Nursing Home
Michael Kort, whose 96-year-old mother has Alzheimer’s disease and is in a nursing home, has sage advice about what to...
8 Signs Aged Relatives Need Assistance
With people living longer and longer, many families will have increasingly older parents and grandparents. As relatives age, they will require more...
Emergency Checklist for Aged Relatives and Their Caregivers
How to be prepared for a crisis. We hope we’ll never need the information, but if there is an emergency...
6 Common Dementia Behaviours and How to Manage Them
Confusion is commonly associated with dementia, but these other behaviours are also signs that a loved one may be experiencing memory loss....
Conversations You Should Have with Your Employer Before the Holidays
Get ahead of your holiday schedule and talk to your employer about their Christmas plans now. The holiday season shakes...
A Caregiver’s Guide to Dealing with Dementia
If the person you care for has been diagnosed with dementia, it’s important to realise that many things will change over time....
Sundown Syndrome: What It Is and How to Manage It
How you can help loved ones cope with sundown syndrome. Time of day can have a powerful and seemingly strange...
How to Manage Family Caregiver Guilt
Why do we feel this way? Here are 4 tips for dealing with the guilt that can come from being a caregiver....
5 Ways to Manage Chronic Back Pain
by freelance writer Riley Herder More than a half of adults experience some kind of back pain, and it is...
Evaluating Your Parents’ Well-being over the Holidays
>> Looking for aged care for a senior loved one? Find caregivers here. Going home for the holidays often brings...
Safety Checklist: How to Dementia-proof Every Room in Your Home
>> Looking for a caregiver for your aged relatives? Find one in your area now. Anyone who’s cared for a...
A Drug-Free Mood-Booster for Those with Dementia
Screentime is proving helpful with those with dementia. Anyone who has cared for a senior with dementia and its accompanying negative moods...
11 Part-time Jobs for Aged People
Retirement is changing. People are working past 65 and many aged people are staying in or returning to the workforce, either...