The Sandwich Generation: How to Have a Positive Mindset and Handle Stress

Posted on September 29th, 2021 by Lurene Reck

No, we won't talk about lunch options in this post or the best items to place between two pieces of bread. Instead, we'll address an issue that has become much more common and has affected women more than anyone. As … Read More

Alzheimer's Caregiving: How to Best Care for Yourself and Your Loved One

Posted on November 30th, 2020 by Lurene Reck

The Alzheimer's Association has set November as National Family Caregivers Month. While Alzheimer's Disease and dementia affect the diagnosed individual, this disease can cause turmoil for the family, as well. Unlike many other diseases, the stress on caregivers dealing with … Read More

The 5 Ws of Medical Record Keeping

Posted on October 30th, 2020 by Lurene Reck

Today's post comes from Kimberly Hassmer, owner of Organized Advocacy. Be sure to contact her if you think a binder like this would be helpful for you or a loved one! Medical Record Keeping Here are the 5 Ws of … Read More

Resources for Elder Care and Aging

Posted on July 26th, 2019 by Lurene Reck

Whether it's you or a loved one, the aging process is daunting. Where do you turn for help? What legal resources are there? What if someone tries to take advantage of you or a loved one? The good news is … Read More

Michael's Story

Posted on March 6th, 2019 by Lurene Reck

About Michael Michael Boykin, a native of Chesterfield County, went to school in Midlothian and college at Virginia Commonwealth University. He has worked in news journalism and human services. He joined Seniors Helping Seniors in 2014 after having been his … Read More

Caring for Early Stage Alzheimer's Disease

Posted on December 4th, 2018 by Lurene Reck

Alzheimer’s Disease progresses over time. Some signs of early stage Alzheimer’s are: memory loss, difficulty learning new things, difficulty handling problems and difficulty following conversations. A person in the early stages of the disease is generally able to function somewhat … Read More

5 Tips for Alzheimer's Caregivers

Posted on October 30th, 2018 by Lurene Reck

Over 5 million Americans are believed to have some form of Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. The disease gets progressively worse over time, and that often means a loved one is providing care. The responsibility of a caregiver … Read More

How Does Heat Affect Your Aging Loved One?

Posted on July 27th, 2018 by Lurene Reck

Heat is the leading cause of weather-related death in the United States. Heat, especially when combined with humidity, is hard on the human body. A classic example is the 1995 heat wave in Chicago. Over 800 people died, many of … Read More

Keeping Your Senior Safe at Home

Posted on June 26th, 2018 by Lurene Reck

As they age, seniors generally want to stay in their home. Many times, they have lived in the same place for a long period of time, and they don’t want to live in a special facility or with a relative … Read More

Your Caregiver Toolbox

Posted on March 8th, 2018 by Lurene Reck

The faucet in my guest bathroom shower is broken. It simply won’t turn on. Do I have a toolbox? Sure do! Do I have any idea if any of those tools will fix the problem? Nope. I have a toolbox full of tools – hammer, screwdriver, nails, … Read More

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