A parent's natural instinct is to protect and love their child, which is why leaving our children with other people who aren't relatives or friends is often a very difficult decision to make. However, working full-time or juggling many things often makes it difficult to simply be a parent that is solely a nanny. Therefore, it is essential that if and when you choose to use a nanny you are a 100% happy and comfortable with them as you need peace of mind in order to continue as normal...

There is a reason why many older become unable to live independently.

It happened to one of our neighbors twice in one year. She fell first in her kitchen and broke her back. She tripped over an area rug. She was in the hospital for months.

The second time she fell she broke her shoulder. She is now in a nursing home.

Home Health Personal Support Aid Marian Hoskins told us that hardwood floors that are so fashionable right now are a hazard for seniors. Marian has over...

When a parent or senior receives a terminal diagnosis, everything changes for both the senior and for the caregivers. The first reaction is for everyone to go into a state of shock and denial. The goal for a caregiver is to ease a senior's pain and assist in making their journey to the next phase as easy as possible. Understanding the phases of dying is an important part of caregiving.

One to Thee Months Before Dying

As a senior acknowledges that their life is ending,...

If you live in or near Oakland County Michigan, you might want to know about The Lighthouse of Oakland County.

Lighthouse, as it is called locally, has several programs that help area residents who are struggling.

Lighthouse might be able to help one of your tenants or someone else that you know.  This includes the homeless, impoverished families, seniors over 65, and disabled adults over 55.

Program: Lighthouse Community Development

Lighthouse realizes that...

Providingeldercare at homecan be challenging for even the most organized, cohesive families.Caring for an aging parentwill test you physically, emotionally, and financially. Changes are it will test the rest of your family as well. Despite its challenges,caring for an aging parentat home can add a richness to family life that just can't be found if Mom moves into nursing care. Check out these 4 reasonseldercare at homecan make your family stronger and make you a better caregiver:

While Type 2 diabetes is affecting more and more younger people it still occurs more in the elderly. People are not always aware that they suffer from diabetes until they go for a routine check up. The medical website for Mayo Clinic claims that in the United States alone there are more than six million people who are not aware of the fact that they are diabetic.

Symptoms of Diabetes

- Weight gain or weight loss that has no other cause can be a sign of diabetes.

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This is a question asked mostly by the generation that came after baby boomers and in fact it must be a source of endless irritation to young people to find that their parents had and still have a better sex life than they do! Psychological articles that analyse the whys and wherefores behind sexual behavior find that in fact baby boomers in general have the same level of sex drive as anyone else; they just express their sexuality differently.

The boomer generation is not...

On the one hand this can make things easier, as often, the parent who is well will be able to help make the decisions and they will often want to either stay in the home or move, so it takes renting out of the equation.

Ideally you’ll need to discuss with both parents what they want to do, but it’s important not to rush into anything. Many people making decisions at times like this when stress levels are high, end up making the wrong decision and then incurring...

The years of the baby boomer decade saw a significant impact in the shaping of our nation's history. From the middle of the last century to the current generation, the baby boomers have made a difference in the types of home that were built, the cars that were manufactured and the policies that were shaped in our government. This article will cover some of the reasons why these generations played such an important role in the makeup of our country today.

What are the Years of the...

Locating appropriate senior assistance for your elderly loved one can be a daunting task. This can be especially true when you are not familiar with your care and housing options. It can be overwhelming when you hear senior care related terms such as sub-acute care, independent living, assisted living, residential care, or continuing care facility.

Understand the variety of senior care options and related terminology can ease your way as you navigate your way. The following are...