Caring for an aging loved one can be a huge full-time responsibility, especially when you have other family, work and personal obligations that command your attention. What happens when you need to run important errands, go to a business meeting at the office, take a vacation, or need a breather? If you are one of 40+ million Americans providing unpaid elder care, you understand the issues and challenges of being a primary caregiver. What is Respite Care? Respite care is short-term or … [Read more...] about What is Respite Care?
Cecelia Jernegan
Helping Seniors with Transportation
The freedom to get behind the wheel and travel in our vehicles is a luxury we sometimes take for granted. That is until the aging process takes its toll and forces senior drivers to give up their car keys and rely on other resources to help them get from place to place. While they often decide to stop driving because of declining visual, physical and cognitive conditions, seniors can feel a loss of control over their lives. They view their vehicles as a lifeline – a necessary link – to the … [Read more...] about Helping Seniors with Transportation