Month: February 2019

March 2019 Denver area activities for older adults

St Patrick's Day parade in Denver

After all the cold and snow of this past January and February, March gives us in the Denver area a tiny glimpse of the better weather to come. If you or an older adult in your life has been feeling cooped up, perhaps March is the time to get out! And with all the activities, both inside and outside, that the Denver area has to offer, there's no excuse to stay home. Here are just a few of the many March 2019 Denver area activities for older adults. . . . READ THE REST

March 2019 Chicagoland activities for older adults

Chicago History Museum

Will March 2019 come in like a lion or a lamb? Either way, there will be activities that seniors can enjoy around Chicago and its suburbs, both indoors and out! Here are a few Chicagoland activities for older adults to enjoy this March! . . . READ THE REST

The differences between in-home non-medical care and skilled nursing

skilled nursing

You’ve probably already heard of in-home care for the elderly and other adults in such need — but did you know that not all in-home care services are the same? And did you also know that not all in-home care agencies can provide all in-home care services? It’s important to know what care is available from agency to agency, as well as what specific care you or your senior or veteran loved one truly needs. Just one of these types of care might not be enough. . . . READ THE REST

What’s the difference between palliative care and hospice?

care

As you help care for the older loved ones in your life, you probably have heard the terms "palliative care" and "hospice." While can both deal with end-of-life issues and can be similar in nature, the two are not quite the same. Read on to learn the differences between palliative care and hospice and if either are right for the person for whom you provide care. . . . READ THE REST

We can do more

David Hachmeister

Usually I like to write about broader and more personal subjects, but this month is quite different. Many of you have asked for additional services from us we could not legally provide. Now we can! . . . READ THE REST