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The Importance of Creating a Caregiver Back-Up Plan

If you are the primary caregiver for a north Texas senior, you probably know their medical history well and understand the ins and outs of what they need. But what would happen if you experience a medical emergency of your own? Would anyone know how to care for your aging loved one?

Creating a caregiver back-up plan should be a priority for your family this year. We know it is a topic that most families aren’t always comfortable discussing. But having a plan in place can give you peace of mind that your loved one will be well cared for.

The first step is to create a medical file and the second step is to talk with senior care providers who provide short-term respite services in the Dallas – Fort Worth area. [Read more…]

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Is Aging in Place Really Less Expensive?

If you are a north Texas senior or the adult child of one, you have very likely heard the term “aging in place.” But few people understand what it really means. In general, the term is used to describe a plan created to allow an older adult to age in whatever setting they call home. Traditionally, that meant in their private residence.

Families often believe it is less expensive for a senior loved one to remain in their own home once the mortgage is paid off. But mortgage-free doesn’t mean there won’t be expenses. In addition to taxes, home repairs, maintenance, housekeeping and lawn care, older adults will typically require home care services and technology solutions to keep them safe. [Read more…]

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Healthy Resolutions for Caregivers to Make in 2016

If you are the caregiver of a north Texas senior, juggling all the responsibilities in your life may feel overwhelming. Research tells us that the majority of family caregivers work at least part-time outside the home. Many also have children of their own to care for.

This balancing act creates a variety of issues for caregivers ranging from extreme stress to insomnia. It can lead to serious health problems.

The Physical Impact of Caring on Family Caregivers

In a 2010 survey conducted by Gallup industries, caregivers were asked a variety of questions to help researchers learn more about the physical impact of caring on family members. Symptoms participants most commonly reported included: [Read more…]

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Why Visit an Assisted Living Community During the Holidays

The holiday season is often a time when families are reunited. In some cases, it is the first time all year when everyone is together. For adult children in north Texas and in other areas of the country, the change in a senior loved one’s condition can sometimes be shocking.

An adult child may not have realized how much an aging parent has been struggling. Even though they talk on the phone with one another several times a week, senior loved ones are often unwilling to open up about the challenges they are experiencing. It can cause panic in the family when everyone returns home and realizes an older loved one needs to make a move to a residential care home or an assisted living community. [Read more…]

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Support for North Texas Adults with Parkinson’s

An estimated 50,000 adults in this country are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) each year. What is different with PD than other chronic health conditions is that it often strikes when people are in the prime of their life. Adults with the disease frequently have young children at home and a full-time career.

Understanding Parkinson’s Disease

While most people have heard of Parkinson’s, how challenging the disease can be isn’t as widely understood. PD is a neurodegenerative disease that results when the body ceases to produce the amount of dopamine it needs. Dopamine is a chemical our body requires to swiftly and smoothly relay messages back and forth between the brain and the body. That relay is necessary for smooth muscle movements. [Read more…]

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