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Sheila’s Senior Spotlights

Regardless of his or her age, no one wants to consider that a day may come when they need to rely on others to help them perform everyday tasks. But every day millions of people serve as unpaid caregivers for their aging friends or family members. Many unpaid family members are pulling double duty, caring for their aging parents while also raising families of their own. While there’s no assurance that aging men and women will require care, caregivers figure to become more essential as life

Wednesday, February 05, 2020

Sheila’s Senior Spotlights

Grandparents and seniors can share wisdom and a lifetime of experience with the young people in their lives. Demonstrating gratitude for such lessons is a great way to convey to seniors in your life, whether it’s a grandparent, mentor or family friend, how much they’re appreciated. Some seniors live alone, while others may be living with their adult children and grandchildren, offering care and support to help make the household function. Whether grandparents, aunts, and uncles or older

Thursday, January 16, 2020

Sheila’s Senior Spotlights

A design approach to help provide care and well-being for your loved ones as you transition their care from independence to managed care. 1. It is important to help the person manage their care. First, make sure to encourage them and to feel involved in their care. Make them feel you are listening to their individual needs and interests for themselves. Remember that they are transitioning from independence to having to depend on others. This can be a frightening time with many changes, and

Monday, January 06, 2020