Moving into a new retirement living residence for the first time can feel overwhelming. I've helped many older adults learn to navigate their new home, and when my youngest son went to highschool for the first time, I found the advice I gave him was nearly the same. Retirement living is a catch ... » Learn More about 5 Ways to Ease into Retirement Living
Help Parents Age Well
Moving your Laundry Room
Did you realize that simply moving your laundry room could drastically change your ability to remain in your home for longer? It can! Last month, in one of my client consultations - family was concerned their mom had to move. She wasn't managing well, her knees were getting weaker, she could do ... » Learn More about Moving your Laundry Room
Try a Winter Stay this Year!
Booking a winter stay can be a great way to test out retirement living with a short term rental. Being able to keep your home and return after your stay is a benefit that many enjoy! Many retirement residences such as Chartwell and Revera offer winter stays, a short term rental during the winter ... » Learn More about Try a Winter Stay this Year!
7 Questions to Help Decide Assisted Living or Memory Care?
Deciding between assisted living or memory care can be very difficult decisions for families to make. The fear of making the wrong choice. Worrying about your parent being upset or mad at you. Wondering how to cope with the guilt you feel for making this decision. You may be overwhelmed just trying ... » Learn More about 7 Questions to Help Decide Assisted Living or Memory Care?
How to Have Tough Conversations with Your Parents
Are you feeling like you don't know how to have tough conversations with your parents? Are you concerned about their safety, but not sure where to start the conversation? Are you feeling like your parents just don't understand your concerns? You may be trying to get them to accept homecare ... » Learn More about How to Have Tough Conversations with Your Parents