Author Archives: Scott

Eugeria Radio Interviews Founder of Moving Parents

Joining us on his birthday, Rabbi Scott Saulson has been around the world a few times…literally!  Born in Michigan and raised in Miami Beach, Rabbi Saulson returned to his roots to earn his degree from the University of Michigan in … Continue reading

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It Takes a Village

Greetings! I wanted to take a moment to welcome back loyal readers of my blog, where I note newsworthy topics relating to the subject of aging parents and the “sandwich generation” taking care of them today. I am looking forward … Continue reading

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How to put the Jingle back in your Holiday Bells

How to put the Jingle back in your Holiday Bells: Advice for Stressed-out Caregivers this Holiday Season According to a poll on AgingCare.com, an online community for folks who are caring for their aging parents, the pressures of the holiday … Continue reading

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Taking Away the Keys: 10 Signs that it’s time

According to statistics, two distinct populations are responsible for most car crashes in the United States: teenage drivers and the elderly.  The elderly are far more likely to suffer or cause fatalities in these accidents (at the rate of 60-70 … Continue reading

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Aging in Place

Among the nearly 75 million elderly in the U.S. today, more than 70 percent wish to remain in their own homes as they age, according to a study by AARP. And why wouldn’t they? For most seniors, their homes have … Continue reading

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Moving (Back) in with Mom and Dad: Sometimes, you can go home again!

What happens when it’s the aging parents who need their adult child to move back home in order to assist with household and self-care duties? Continue reading

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Depression in the elderly

As a member of the “sandwich generation,” or those adults caring for their own families while struggling to help care for their aging parents at the same time, you may be coming to terms with the fact that your mother … Continue reading

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Elder Abuse

Elder abuse. Even typing these words causes me pain, but it’s an important topic that has thankfully been brought to light in recent days. This week, actor Mickey Rooney testified before Congress and the Senate Special Committee on Aging about … Continue reading

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Helping Your Parents Rebuild Their Social Life

One of the most daunting tasks a senior can face is undertaking the renewal of their social life. Perhaps he or she has been moved to a group home and the task is now mandatory, or maybe an adult offspring … Continue reading

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Nine Signs Your Aging Parent Needs Extra Help

Scott discusses signs that signify an elderly person may be facing a crisis. Continue reading

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