In the search for a senior residential facility in the Washington DC metro area, waiting lists are all- too common. In fact, some of the more popular facilities may not…

When planning for retirement, most people know that legal and financial issues are of utmost importance. Powers of attorney, trusts and wills are in the forefront of planning for aging…

According to AARP, a full 87% of senior Americans would prefer to remain in their own home as they age. The movement to “age in place” has gained in popularity…

Yesterday, I had a wonderful opportunity to attend the first annual Centenarian event in Northern Virginia, where individuals who had reached the age of 100 (and beyond) were honored. The…

Sometimes, old age can take us by surprise. Your Father may be living happily on his own until one day, he falls and breaks a bone. Overnight his world changes, and you…

Years ago, you may have had a conversation with your parent that sounded something like this: Mom: Did you hear that Sally’s children put her in a nursing home? That…

One of the most challenging aspects of caring for someone with dementia is their propensity to wander and become lost. Often the behavior is not aimless wandering, but rather the…

Actress, Bette Davis once quipped, “Old age ain’t no place for sissies!” Decades later, her remark continues to ring true for today’s seniors. Older adults struggle with physical decline, changes…

Hospice services can provide many benefits to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones. We have found that hospice care can be an invaluable resource to support patients’ comfort…

Moving a family member to residential care When a family member moves to a residential facility, caregivers often experience a roller coaster of emotions, from relief to overwhelming sadness and…

In the search for a senior residential facility in the Washington DC metro area, waiting lists are all-too common. In fact, some of the more popular facilities may not have…

How do I know what type of care facility is right for my Mother? Years ago, seniors had one option for long term care – a standard nursing home with…