As adult children, it’s natural to view our aging parents through rose-colored glasses. After all, they are the wise, strong individuals who nurtured us, then became our friends and confidants a...
Few conversations are as emotionally loaded as talking to a parent about getting help. Whether your parent needs a little support or a lot, bringing up the idea of assisted living can feel uncomfortab...
We constantly hear the question: How do you know when it’s time for assisted living? At Gurwin, our focus is on the positive—so the real question is, do you know how much there is to gain? As Lo...
As we age, or we care for aging family members, it can sometimes become confusing when dealing with all the different types of care available, and the terminology used by professionals when discussing...
Many seniors struggle with the idea of moving from their homes of (typically) decades and all that it entails emotionally, as well as the financials associated with a move. “Sticker shock” is probably...
The holidays are here and the shopping frenzy is underway! Spending hours at the mall on a quest for the perfect gift for the hard-to-buy-for friend or relative can give anyone the bah-humbug blues, e...
When weighing retirement options, you should consider a continuing care retirement community (CCRC). CCRCs offer a wide range of services for your current lifestyle as well as your future needs. With ...
For years, people have thought that aging always brings with it a host of changes, one of the most common being memory loss. That memory loss has been termed “senility” or chalked up to “hardening of ...
“Friendship retains its traditional values and securities in one’s relationship with one’s pet. Whether a dog, cat, bird, fish, turtle, or what have you, one can rely upon the fact that on...
Communication is the key to having a happy and successful relationship. However, as our loved ones age, some may become forgetful, and the basis of our relationships may change. Communication can beco...
Visiting a loved one in a nursing home or hospital during the holidays? Here’s a simple guide to making it a memorable visit. During the holidays, our residents and patients look forward to visits by...
Palliative Care and Hospice Care are often confused, because the overall goal of both is to improve a patient’s and family’s quality of life during the time of illness. Palliative Care is the overall...