by Lisa Krauss | Mar 22, 2024 | Aging Life Care, Aging Parent, Caregiver, Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Stress, Caregiver Support, Caregiving, Caring for Parent, Family Caregiver, Family Dynamics, Family Memories
Our team of professional Aging Life Care Managers® serve families in Southbury, Connecticut, and the surrounding community. We help families navigate healthcare, manage dementia or Alzheimer’s, mobility issues, disabilities or other challenges coupled with aging or...
by Lisa Krauss | Feb 14, 2024 | Aging Life Care, Aging Parent, Caring for Parent, Dementia, Family Memories, Health and Wellness
While the term “golden years” creates a mixed response, the approach of the years around aging often brings with it a host of changes, both physical and cognitive. Dementia, a condition characterized by a decline in memory, problem-solving, and other thinking...
by Lisa Krauss | Jan 10, 2024 | Aging in Place, Aging Life Care, Aging Parent, AI, Caregiver Support, Caring for Parent, Robotics
The role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics in the future of aging care is rapidly evolving, promising to transform how we support our senior population. As we look towards 2024, these technologies are not just futuristic concepts but are becoming practical...
by Lisa Krauss | Dec 22, 2023 | Aging Parent, Alzheimer's, Caregiver, Coloring Pages, Family Memories
Coloring is a fun family activity and known to help older adults express creativity. Put these coloring pages out for the whole family from toddler to aging parents or grandparents. Add colored pencils, markers, and crayons to let everyone express their own...
by Lisa Krauss | Jul 25, 2023 | Aging Parent, Caregiver Support, Family Dynamics, Health and Safety, Lifestyle, Quality of Life, Senior Activities, Senior Care Solutions, Senior Fun and Activities, Stress, Unique Care Needs
Joanne had been my client for many years when she let me know that many family members were going to come to Connecticut for a summer visit and they wanted her to join them in their vacation stay. They asked her to have me call the niece who was organizing the trip to...
by Lisa Krauss | Jun 20, 2023 | Aging Life Care, Aging Parent, Alzheimer's, Caregiver, Caregiver Stress, Caregiver Support, Quality of Life
Summer is often associated with fun activities and social gatherings. However, for many elderly persons, summer can be a lonely and isolating time, especially for those who cannot get out of the house due to mobility issues or health concerns. Loneliness can have...