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 [...]
Spring Cleaning? Don’t Forget the Medicine Cabinet!
By Lisa Shepet, Director of Nursing, Family & Nursing Care Select It’s that time of year again: the days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer. Spring has [...]
How to Vet Private Duty Home Care Companies
The 6 Best Questions to Ask When Selecting an At-Home Caregiver The quest to find a private duty in-home care company in the Washington, D.C. and Maryland area can add [...]
When Should You Consider Home Care?
Advantages of In-Home Care for Aging Adults Most people don’t consider in-home care until a crisis hits and family members are left stressed and scrambling to find exceptional care for [...]
Minimizing Falls in Older Adults
To download article, click here An interview with Priti Prabhu, BPT, MSPT, Physical Therapist and President, Mobility & More. Q: What are some simple exercises aging adults can do to [...]
Bring Cheer To A Friend With A Long-Term Ailment
The majority of the senior population have at least one chronic illness, defined as a permanently altered state of health that significantly affects daily living. Examples include arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, [...]
Plan Ahead for Medical Appointments
When the relative you are caring for must attend a medical appointment, planning ahead is crucial, especially if they have special healthcare needs. You need to be prepared not only [...]
Sharing the Care is Only Fair
Caring for an aging relative typically involves physical, psychological, emotional and financial demands. There aren’t enough hours in the day for caregivers to get everything done, let alone spend time [...]