When Parental Care Becomes Family Feud
Familial infighting is nothing new. We experience it as a child, vying for the last piece of cake or the biggest slice of pizza. We compete with siblings for the lion’s share of mom or dad’s attention, and in the case of step-siblings, navigate a whole gamut of blended family complications. It is no wonder that families often disagree when it comes to caring for an aging parent
Elders and Abuse
When someone hears terms like neglect, exploitation, physical abuse, mental/emotional abuse, sexual abuse, abandonment, they probably don’t connect them to the seniors in their life. Read More
The Silver Tsunami and what it means for Assistive Living, LTC and Home Health. Goals, Trends, Quality of Life
Over the next 3 decades, the number of people over 65 will double, from 40 million to over 80 million. And those over 85 years old will be the largest segment of this growing senior cohort.
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Aging Well In America
Longevity, or living a long life, is what we strive for as we age. Healthy, active, longevity. And there are solid guidelines available to help us to get there. No big secret, no magic elixir needed, and it is not as hard as you might think. Read More
The Code of Maryland Regulations as Applied to Residential Assisted Living Facilities
To be licensed as a Residential Assisted Living facility (RAL) in the State of Maryland, you must follow the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) http://www.dsd.state.md.us/COMAR/searchall.aspx. The code provides detailed regulations for procedural, safety and health protocols within the senior living industry. Read More
In the Time of COVID, Make Tough Decisions With a Clear Mind. Advance Directives are More Important Than Ever.
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
Big discussions now save bigger headaches later.
Last Will... Read More
Leveraging Expertise In Senior Placement In The Face Of Covid-19
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
Finding the right placement for a loved one is never an easy task.... Read More
Planning The Elder Care Journey
CarePatrol of Baltimore
Everyone has a journey. Aging is part of the human experience and... Read More
The Benefit of Support Groups For Multiple Sclerosis Patients
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
You never really think about support groups, that is –until... Read More
Parkinson’s and the Benefits of Exercise
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
A chronic and progressive movement disorder, usually associated... Read More
Cognitive Impairment After Anesthesia and Surgery
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
Cognitive impairment after anesthesia and surgery (postoperative... Read More
Get Moving!
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
The facts are in and the Surgeon General’s Report concludes... Read More
Home Care vs Assisted Living: Which is the Right Choice?
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
For many people, getting older presents unique challenges, and facing... Read More
How to Celebrate with Your Aging Loved One
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
It’s holiday season, and it’s time to start thinking... Read More
How to Convince Your Parents it's Time to Move
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
Has Mom or Dad been struggling to get around the home they’ve... Read More
Low-Impact Exercise for Seniors
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
You may have heard of HIIT workouts, which stands for high-intensity... Read More
New Medicare Cards Will Omit Social Security Number
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
Medicare enrollment for 2020 has officially opened, and... Read More
Signs Your Aging Loved One Needs More Help
By CarePatrol of Baltimore
Is your parents’ home messier than usual? If so, take a closer... Read More
Baby Boomers - By the (Really Big) Numbers!
By CarePatrol
The Baby Boomer generation is defined as people born between 1946 and 1964. Over... Read More
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