Too often, adult sons and daughters scrambling to respond to a sudden change in an aging parent’s health – be it a fall, an unexpected hospital admission, or a mental health episode – wish they had specific guidance from their parents or answers to certain questions that would be helpful in managing care in the […]
When beginning to care for an aging parent, many adult children believe they can do it all. They may recently be empty nesters or recent retirees themselves, and feel they can throw themselves into caregiving nearly full-time. With the best intentions of keeping their elderly parents comfortable in their own homes instead of in an […]
If your parents have moved to South Florida or spend their winters here, Thanksgiving and the holidays may be the first time you are seeing them in several months. If Mom or Dad are getting on in years, you may notice some changes setting in. Don’t be afraid to listen to your intuition that some […]
If you’ve made the important decision that you or your loved one needs some help around the house, the next step is figuring out how to find a talented, dedicated and compassionate home health aide whose personality will mesh well with their patient’s. For a number of reasons, we always advise potential clients and their […]
As difficult as it is to care for an aging parent, the challenges are magnified when your aging loved ones live tens or hundreds of miles away. Adult children living at a distance from aging parents who are becoming infirm or incapacitated in any way face a number of difficult situations. Over the long term, […]
The journey of aging gracefully extends beyond the consultation rooms of primary physicians and specialists. Indeed, it often requires a harmonious orchestra of professionals to ensure older adults maintain their safety and independence at home. With foresight, this transition can also prepare for the possibility that they may need additional support in the future. In […]
Boca Home Care Services often collaborates with families in which an adult child or supportive spouse takes on the role of primary caregiver for their ailing loved one. The challenge of caring for aging parents and partners, especially those with physical or cognitive impairments like Alzheimer’s or Dementia, can generate significant stress. An honest assessment […]
The rise of the “Sandwich Generation” has brought with it new challenges for Baby Boomers. Not only are they tasked with supporting their children – sometimes well into adulthood – but they’re also finding themselves caring for elderly parents. And with today’s economic climate still recovering, both grown children and aging parents are discovering the […]
