Managing pain with music
Here's a new prescription for pain relief: the sound of music. Pain is very real. It is also a…
What is a memory unit?
A condition that causes memory loss (dementia) is one of the most common reasons an elder can no…
Dressing your relative for incontinence
Many older adults affected by incontinence must wear special undergarments. And some require…
When parents need financial help
Many adult children are encountering the uncomfortable reality that their parents don't have enough…
Caregiver Lunch & Learn in Mocksville
We are joining with Senior Services of Davie County to offer a Caregiver Lunch & Learn there…
Safe disposal of "sharps"
Home management of a chronic illness often requires the use of needles or lancets. You may need to…
How to beat "decision fatigue"
Caring for an ill family member often requires taking on the role of "decision maker." Sometimes it…
When should you choose a skilled nursing facility?
A "nursing home" or "skilled nursing facility" (SNF) used to be the only option for care outside…