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Caregiving Challenges, Choosing an Assisted Living Facility (ALF)

Now that everyone agrees an assisted living facility is best for your loved one, how do you choose the one that's right for them?

Caregiving Challenges, Home Safety Measures

Home safety measures that can be implemented immediately, or later when needed, for your loved one aging in place (remaining at home).

Caregiving Challenges, Different Sources of Home Care

There are several means of receiving in-home care and it can be difficult to tell the difference or determine what's needed.

Caregiving Challenges, Denture Care

Improper denture care can cause several problems for your loved one, including trouble eating and mouth injuries. Here's how to help.

Caregiving Challenges, Companion and Homemaker vs. Home Health Aide

When it comes to hired help, you will hear several terms used for the kind of support available. Learn about the differences here.

Caregiving Challenges, Your Loved One is Moving In with You

You're aging loved one is moving in with you (or you're thinking about it). This is tough. Here are some considerations.

Caregiving Challenges, What are ADLs and IADLs?

You hear the terms "ADL" and "IADL" among healthcare professionals, but what do they mean and are they relevant to you and your loved one?

Caregiving Challenges, Assistance Living at Home

Your loved one wants to continue living at home, independently, and you have concerns. But you can't be available all the time.

What Happens After Knee Arthroplasty (Replacement)?

Know what to expect, and when and how to best help your loved one immediately following a knee replacement.

Considering Hip Arthroplasty (Replacement)?

What are the signs and symptoms that a hip replacement may be indicated, and is it right for your loved one?

When is Knee Arthroplasty (Replacement) Needed?

When there is debilitating pain and deterioration in the knee, arthroplasty (replacement) may restore function and increase quality of life.

Caregiving Challenges, How Seniors Live Alone Safely

Your loved one lives alone and you have concerns about their safety. You worry about how they manage and wonder how best to help.