A Spirit of Giving: The Family & Nursing Care Foundation
At Family & Nursing Care, our mission of care extends to the community through the Family & Nursing Care Foundation, which offers grants to help lower-income older adults gain access [...]
Meet Natalie Blickman, Born Helper
Natalie Blickman is a born helper. Since she was young, she knew she wanted to dedicate her life to a career taking care of others – a spirit that shines [...]
Elder Fraud Education and Reporting Resources
Elder fraud is a growing problem, and scams targeting seniors are prevalent and costly. The FBI estimates that the millions of older Americans who fall victim to some type of [...]
Why Seniors Need Vaccines (and How They Can Get Them at Home)
By Emily Shewmaker, Pharmacist and Founder of Vaccine Valet, Chevy Chase, Maryland Why should your loved ones get vaccines, and what makes them so valuable to the health of older [...]
Combat Misconceptions That Multiply Stress
By Lisa M. Petsche Caring for a chronically ill or frail senior relative can offer many rewards, but it also involves physical, psychological and emotional demands. It can be particularly [...]
Working with the Pros: Tips for Communicating with Healthcare Providers
By Lisa M. Petsche If you are caring for a relative with a chronic illness, you may come in contact with a variety of health care providers – doctors, nurses [...]
Common Communication Barriers
By Lisa M. Petsche Spending time with someone who has an acquired communication disorder--such as speech impairment from a stroke or mental impairment due to Alzheimer's disease--can be challenging. It's natural [...]
Making the most of medical visits: Tips for communicating with your doctor
By Lisa M. Petsche These days, health care is viewed as a partnership between patient and provider, with both parties responsible for ensuring a constructive relationship. Patients - also now [...]