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The Gender Issue in Senior Living
Dear Donna: My father lives in southwest Michigan. He’s been on his own for a few years now since my mother passed away. Dad had been the primary caregiver for my Mom for about six years before her death. Since he has been on his own, he doesn’t seem to be getting out...
Prepare to Shoo the Flu
Most people who develop the flu recover from the aches, cough and fever quickly. But older adults are more vulnerable to severe and sometimes deadly complications. September is the time of year to help your Michigan senior loved ones prepare to fight the flu....
Getting the Right Type of Care After a Hospital Discharge
When your senior loved one is discharged from a Michigan hospital, they may have a long road to recovery ahead. Depending on the illness, injury or treatment, it could take anywhere from a few weeks to several months before your aging parent has regained their...
Advocacy on Alzheimer’s Action Day
Alzheimer’s caregivers know how financially crippling this disease can be for families. What they may not realize, however, is the heavy financial burden it is creating for the nation. Alzheimer’s is the most expensive disease in America, surpassing cancer and heart...
Assisted Living Balances Independence with Care
Dear Donna: My mother will soon celebrate her 88th birthday. Believe it or not, she still lives alone in her home near Grand Haven, Michigan. We are a few hours away but visit her often. So far we have been able to help her maintain her independence with the use of a...
How Caregivers in Michigan Can Stay Connected
Caring for an aging loved one requires you to sacrifice a lot of your own time. To make room in an already tight schedule to help a senior loved one with daily tasks, caregivers often move socializing to the bottom of their priority list. Skipping a group meeting,...
Vaccinations and Seniors in Michigan
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, which focuses on promoting vaccinations to prevent serious illness and to save lives. Many mistakenly believe that immunizations are only necessary for infants and young children. But vaccines are not just for kids....
8 Behaviors to Monitor if You Suspect a Michigan Senior has Alzheimer’s
When a senior loved one in Michigan forgets a name, has trouble managing their finances or repeats themselves in a conversation, you might immediately worry that they have Alzheimer’s Disease. You might also dismiss these as a normal part of the aging process. While...
Internet 101: Cyber Advice for Michigan Seniors
Dear Donna: My 84 year old grandmother recently got an iPad and started surfing the internet. She lives in northern Michigan away from all of her grandchildren. We think this will be a great way for her to stay connected. My husband and I are setting her up with an...
National Sandwich Generation Awareness Month
If you know someone who is caring for an aging parent in Michigan at the same time they are raising a family, you know a member of the Sandwich Generation. These men and women are caught in the middle of their need to care for their younger families and their duty and...
StoryCorp’s Memory Loss Initiative: Preserving the Past
Sharing memories with the younger generation is an important part of creating a lasting legacy. Listening to these life experiences helps caregivers bond with older adults. If your aging parent in Michigan has dementia, it can help you capture cherished memories...
UV Awareness Month: Sunglasses to Protect Vision
When you think about summer sun protection for your Michigan senior, don’t forget the sunglasses. The sun’s ultraviolet rays can cause serious damage to the eyes of people of all ages. But the threat is even more serious for older adults. Years of unprotected sun...