What do we need to know as family caregivers?

Caring for an elderly family member can be extremely rewarding ? but it also can be demanding. Read this article to learn the importance of caring for yourself, which will, in the end, help you provide better care to your family member.

When Is The 'Right Time' for A Nursing Home?

This short article from nursinghomereports.com advises that there is no standard "right" time for admission; the appropriate time depends upon each individual's unique needs and circumstances. Sample circumstances and statistics are given for why seniors are most often admitted to nursing homes.

When Is It Time to Move Your Loved One to A Care Facility?

carepathway.com presents twenty questions you should ask yourself when deciding if a care facility is necessary.

My Parents-How Do I Know If They Need Help?

Physical health, daily living skills, and finances are a few of the topics examined in this AARP web article

Ten Tell-Tale Signs That Your Aging Parents Need Help

This list of ten signs is compiled from a carepathways.com survey of senior care nurses. Signs include a reluctance to leave the house, not paying household bills, and declining personal hygiene.

When It's Time for A Nursing Home

This press release from CBSNews.com features excerpts from an interview with Claire Berman, author of Caring for Yourself While Caring for Your Parents. Berman discusses what to do when one family member feels that a nursing facility is the right option, but another member doesn't agree.