Category Archives: The Middle Ages

The Middle Ages: a guide to life with older parents.

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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Messy Mom and Dad

Scott gives advice to a caretaker who’s alarmed by parents’ sudden lack of interest in keeping their house organized and clutter free. Continue reading

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Winter Storm PSA (Emergency care for the elderly in winter)

Yesterday brought a remarkable weather occurrence here in the United States: Snow fell in 49 out of the 50 states, even the hilltops of Hawaii. While this makes for excitement for the school children affected in the Northeastern and Southern … Continue reading

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New Year…new you?

Another holiday season has closed its doors, and you find yourself examining the possibilities of a whole new year. Yes, life still has its challenges – family, job, financial responsibilities, and more, and they are not going to get any … Continue reading

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A Daughter for Life (or a Daughter… Trapped!)

“A son is a son till he takes him a wife, a daughter is a daughter all of her life.” This old Irish saying seems innocuous enough, but for some women among us it describes the very painful reality that … Continue reading

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Good times…

“Yesterday I had a wonderful day with my mom—shopping, lunch, girl talk, etc. It was a day that was long overdue, since most other days we spend together are tension-filled” Continue reading

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Countdown to the holidays and “talking turkey…”

Thanksgiving. A time for families to come together from near and far to join in meaningful conversations and celebrate the importance of family and give thanks for all they have. Continue reading

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