Hiring caregivers: An agency versus an independent
By Doug Peck
Taking care of an elderly parent or relative is never an easy task. There is an endless of number of critical decisions...
When older loved-ones begin neglecting themselves
By Angela Rocheleau
Experiencing the decline of aging parents or grandparents is difficult to watch. When an elderly family member becomes depressed or is neglecting...
The benefits of keeping a loved one active
By Brenda Diaz
In today’s modern world, being busy is a natural state for most people, but for seniors it can be an integral part...
Take precautions for elderly when it comes heat, bug bites
My family seems to think my elderly uncle is fine living by himself in an apartment. What should I alert them to look for when they visit him this summer?
Tips to consider when looking for a home care agency
Working in the home care industry, I have noticed that many families have a lot of difficulty finding the right home care agency for their loved ones.
Sandwich Generation caregivers: Where can you get help?
By Angela Rocheleau
The Sandwich Generation is a term that has been coined to describe the generation that is still raising children while having some...
ECRG Autumn 2021-Spring 2022
https://issuu.com/communityadvocate/docs/ecrg_autumn_21-22
Safety tips to prepare for a senior move in
By Angela Rocheleau
Many families are consolidating living spaces this season by moving senior members into their homes. For some families this may be an...
Caregiver burnout: There are ways to avoid it
By Jeannette Sheehan
Caregiving is a balancing act. In an age where many of us are burning the candle at both ends, we often prioritize...
Home modifications can make your home a safe place
By Cindy Tulimier and Karen DeRosas
Do you want to stay at home for the rest of your life? Nobody looks forward to moving into...
