by Kent Westervelt | Sep 28, 2026 | Caregiver Support and Resources
The Short Version The signs show up in you before they show up in your parent. Sleep you are not getting, work you are missing, your own doctor appointment you keep moving. AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving found one in five family caregivers report poor...
by Kent Westervelt | Sep 28, 2026 | Caregiver Support and Resources
The Short Version Work this family caregiver’s checklist in order. The conversation comes first, because every step after it goes better when your parent is part of the decision. Three pages solve most of it. One page of medicines, one page of money, one page of...
by Kent Westervelt | Feb 15, 2022 | Aging in Place, Caregiver Support and Resources, Dementia & Alzheimer's Care, Types of Care
In-Home Senior Care In Home Caregivers Every day, we talk to people who need help navigating the senior care landscape. “I’m new to this.” We can help. Think of it this way—need medical help—call a doctor. Legal help—a lawyer. We are experts in...
by Kent Westervelt | Jan 26, 2022 | Caregiver Support and Resources, Paying for Care
People are a lot more conscious of how they talk about money and how it is used today. If you want to keep your loved ones safe, you need to ensure that you are respectful and understanding when speaking with them about money. Many seniors are interested in the...
by Kent Westervelt | Nov 10, 2021 | Caregiver Support and Resources
Creating Quality Time with Your Aging Parent As the caregiver for your aging parent, you must try to balance taking care of them (personal care, household, finances), your own family, work and social demands. We often see adult children caregivers completely stressed...
by Kent Westervelt | Jul 20, 2020 | Caregiver Support and Resources
Expert and practical methods of discussing care with aging parents As a child with an aging parent or parents, you may soon be faced with having “the talk” and discussing care with aging parents. How do you deal with legitimate concerns for their safety, living...
