Reading Aloud to Seniors: Top 10 Tips by Lucy E.M. Black Several years ago, when a family member was hospitalized and in a great deal of pain, I was striving to find something that would comfort her. In desperation, I picked up a Gideon Bible and began to read aloud from the... Read more
Guilt—A Wasted Emotion by Donna Scrafano Caring for a loved one can be, the most stressful job one may experience throughout a lifetime. In addition to the numerous tasks involved and the many, many roles one must play (nurse, doctor, advocate, parent, protector, domestic ma... Read more
Knowing that your loved one has dementia is difficult enough, but when that person refuses to accept their changing needs and abilities, it creates an even greater burden on the family. Sometimes it’s the caregiver who refuses to accept the declining behavior of a loved one,... Read more
Long-Term Care Insurance Top Tips By J’Nel Wright About 30 years ago, long-term care insurance was introduced. Long-term care insurance is an extremely popular benefit for seniors. There are over 8.1 million Americans with long-term care insurance. But what is it and w... Read more
Orphaned at 65 by Donna Scrafano I recall worrying about my parents’ health when I was in my twenties and thirties. I had a great fear of losing them during that time. Although my parents were seemingly very healthy, my concern about losing them was still present. Maybe this... Read more
Banker Makes Personal Call by Tracy E. Hill, Ph.D. ‘Tis the season to be joyful and giving. But not so fast. Recently, while out of state travelling for work, I received a phone call asking for “Marge.” I responded that she wasn’t available and asked ... Read more
