The Village Caregiving Blog
How to Choose the Best Senior Care Services for Your Loved One
The special people in our lives deserve dignity, respect and a good quality of life. This remains the case no matter how old they are. We all want what's in our senior loved ones' best interests. But when the time comes to consider a care service, making the right...
Complete Guide to Senior Home Safety: Solutions for Aging in Place
As your loved ones grow older, their everyday routines can become more challenging, and what was once a safe home may instead become a high-risk environment. Although many seniors consider moving to nursing homes or retirement communities, 75% of Americans aged 50...
How Government Regulations Impact Home Care
Home care is an excellent choice if you wish to spend your golden years in the comfort and convenience of your own home. This way, you don't have to worry about adjusting to life outside the place you have grown to cherish and where you have made lifetime memories. To...
Transportation Options for Medical Appointments
As we age, it's essential to have a dependable mode of transportation for doctor's appointments and other errands. Making it to appointments can be tricky when a caregiver or family member isn't available — especially for those who need mobility accommodations. In the...
5 Legal Documents Every Senior Should Have
Planning can be the best way to honor a loved one's wishes. If a sudden fall or illness makes it impossible for your aging loved one to speak for themselves, legal documents can become their voice. From medical power of attorney to a living will, gathering these...
Recognizing the Early Signs of Stroke Before It’s Too Late
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), stroke is a leading cause of death for Americans and a major cause of serious disability for adults. Rapid loss of brain function occurs each minute that a stroke goes untreated. However, fear does not...
Daily Tasks of a Companion Caregiver
Senior isolation is a growing nationwide concern that impacts aging adults' routines, emotional health and quality of life. Research from the University of Michigan's National Poll on Healthy Aging, which surveys adults aged 50 to 80, reveals the prevalence of...
How to Help an Elderly Loved One Find Purpose and Joy Again
Aging can bring health challenges and lifestyle changes that alter a person's sense of purpose and meaning in life. Helpful accommodations, new experiences, engagement in hobbies and connection with others can help your loved one find meaning in life and enjoy their...
How to Manage Pain and Symptoms at Home
The role of family caregivers is essential for helping seniors manage pain and symptoms at home. For family members unable to visit their loved ones regularly to help with pain management, family caregivers fill the gap by offering nonmedical, supportive care. With...