“Today’s seniors wish to maintain their independence and quality of life as long as possible,” states Rich Bitner of Visiting Angels.  “At the same time, their adult children are often sandwiched between taking care of their own offspring and helping their elderly parent, who may live hours away.  That’s why the Visiting Angels non-medical homecare [...]

You’re not the one being poked or prodded, wearing the blood pressure cuff or sitting on the exam table. Your mother is. So why are you the one with a racing pulse, sweaty palms and a sense of unease? While you may not understand your anxiety at the doctor’s office with your elderly loved one, [...]

Is it just us, or did December just whiz by!? Between the flurry of activities, parties, and, well, snowflakes, it’s hard to believe that soon, our holiday celebrations will come to an end, with all the hustle and bustle involved. Next we’ll be ushering in 2013, sending the kids back to school, and preparing to [...]

Before your elderly loved one came into your care, you likely thought the fussiest fork pusher in your family was your Brussels-sprouts hating first grader.  Now, however, you might be looking at a full plate at the end of supper time with the eldest member in your family. And if the diminished appetite is alarming [...]