You are a caregiver if you provide social or physical support to an aging relative or friend, or to a person who is disabled. Caregivers may make weekly visits to a sick mother still living on her own or may bring a frail father into their home for care. They may arrange for services for […]
This month, we are paying tribute to our moms. In many ways, in-home care is about celebrating our elders and what they’ve done in life and continue to do for us, for others and for their communities. More often than not, our mothers play a significant role in how we view the world. We thought […]
Hopefully, by now, we’ve convinced you that spirituality is an important part of senior life. And perhaps you’ve already started the conversation or even pursued activities that support spiritual exploration. There are a lot of resources out there that can help you explore spirituality, in many ways. We thought it would be helpful to give […]
Maybe you’ve already talked with your senior loved one about spirituality. Or perhaps you are a senior who has had several conversations with your loved ones about your spiritual beliefs. Talking is a great way to connect with each other and forge deeper bonds, but there are also many activities you can do to foster […]
Catherine Reese, who was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska, has been promoted to general manager, for Midnight Sun Home Care. Reese has worked with the organization since August of 2008, when she was hired as a receptionist. She was eventually promoted to staffing director and then took over as director of community outreach, in […]
We’ve already looked at why it is valuable to talk to your senior loved ones about spirituality, but that doesn’t mean it’s an easy conversation to start. It doesn’t need to be awkward—and it’s less likely to be that way if you come from the perspective that you want to learn from your elder. If […]
Spirituality is different from religion. Regardless of whether your senior loved one ascribes to a particular religion or not, they can benefit from talking about spiritual matters. A more universal approach to spirituality gives you an opportunity to engage your elders about things that are deeper than the everyday shopping list. You'll be empowered to […]
Spirituality and aging is a topic that many people shy away from. They view the topic of spirituality and religion as private, personal, or best left to professionals. If you develop the confidence to talk about spirituality and religion, you will discover many resources that could help your loved ones to cope with their increasing […]
My father passed away six years ago, this May. Each year, I remember the last days with him as some of the most heartbreaking in my life, yet the most emotionally and spiritually rewarding. Dad raised our family in Soldotna, Alaska and that was where he spent his last few months, suffering from lung cancer […]
Spirituality is a very personal part of our lives, and sometimes talking about it can be uncomfortable or unsettling. But, it can also be a wonderful way to connect with our senior loved ones, support them and help them to embrace the wisdom one can only gain through the experience of aging. It’s important, first, […]
