JILL HOWE. Visiting Angels's Blog – September 2010 Archive (3)

It is stressful being a caregiver for a parent or loved one, no matter how much you may love them. There is a significant amount of disruption to your life & schedule, as well as the worry & sorrow of watching the one you love become more & more helpless.

There are also feelings involved with elderly care including frustration, guilt, resentment, and hopelessness.

Feeling uanppreciated for all your hard work also contributes to…

The growing number of older drivers and todays driving complexities has increased the concern expressed by many Americas about the safety of a loved one.

These decisions are difficult for older people to make on their own.

This guide is to help bring about the conversation and assist you when the time is right to discuss the safety of your elderly relative,…

I am not talking about preventing the" Fall Season.'

I am talking about preventing Falls in the Homes of our Elderly Parents.

Through Education and self examination you can eliminate the likelihood of falls in the home.

Health& Saftey.

Check medications: Taking multiple meds. can cause diziness, confusion, drowsiness and balance…