Sep
27
2013
Posted by: cburden in Assisted Living, Care for Seniors, Elder Care, Financial Planning for seniors, Published Newspaper Columns, Senior Services
The following is the first in a two-part series on preparing to care for an aging loved one. The second part will follow in next month’s issue of Families TODAY. Whether it’s a celebration, a move or some life-changing event, it takes some planning and Continue Reading
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May
3
2013
Posted by: cburden in Care for Seniors, Published Newspaper Columns
Disaster planning is key for those of us with elderly parents or loved ones. Senior citizens, especially those with medical issues and limited mobility, can be vulnerable in the event of a disaster. But even if you have physical limitations, you can still protect yourself Continue Reading
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Nov
3
2011
Posted by: cburden in Alzheimer's Care, Care for Seniors, Elder Care, Published Newspaper Columns
Did you know, November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month? I often wonder if it is a coincidence that this dreaded disease which affects one in two Americans over the age of 85 is highlighted during the same month as our national holiday Thanksgiving. Alzheimer’s disease is Continue Reading
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Oct
2
2011
Posted by: clare in Alzheimer's Care, Assisted Living, Care for Seniors, Dementia Care, Facilities for Seniors, Financial Planning for seniors, General News, Parkinson's Care, Senior Living, Senior Services
The leaves are falling, the wind is howling, the air has a bone chilling dampness – are your aging loved ones safe in their environment? Stop by and bring them some cider or fresh baked pumpkin bread and take a peek at their surroundings. Is Continue Reading
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