Like many family caregivers, I spend a lot of time anticipating my parents’ needs and behaviors so that I’m prepared to address them. Mentally playing and replaying possible scenarios often consumes my thoughts and keeps me up at night. I subconsciously do this to develop an appropriate response and temper my emotions — or so […]
Being a mom and a small business owner is like juggling fire. It’s a balancing act that often leaves us feeling burnt out. But it’s crucial to remind ourselves that it’s okay to stumble, to take breaks and to forgive ourselves for not always meeting our own high expectations. When 2023 began, I had a […]
Thanksgiving is all about food and family, and each year presents an opportunity to spend precious time together and pass on beloved traditions to our children. Preparing the biggest meal of the year can challenge even the most experienced cook, so why not involve the kids? You’ll receive some much-needed help, and they’ll have fun […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Hair and makeup by Heather Dubuisson, HD Hair and Makeup Standing at a petite 4 feet, 10 inches tall, Nell Cowart possesses a fierceness and feistiness that belie her small stature. “My mom was a hard worker; I remember her holding three jobs simultaneously, as well as taking classes to […]
By Lee Ann Newman Today, in 2023, there are over 50 million seniors in the United States. Statics tell us that by 2040, there will be over 80 million. The Baby Boomers are reaching their golden years! With this huge increase in older Americans on the horizon, senior housing options are continuing to expand. Gone […]
Many of you may find yourself in the same situation I have been in for 15 years, working through how to care for your aging parents or other relatives in a way that honors them, gives them as much independence as possible while keeping them safe, doesn’t harm your mental or physical health and doesn’t […]
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Form The National Institute on Aging Paying for long-term care can be a significant concern for older adults and their caregivers. To cover these expenses, individuals often rely on a combination of personal funds, government programs and private financing. PERSONAL FUNDS (OUT-OF-POCKET) Initially, many seniors use their personal savings, retirement funds, investment income or proceeds […]
