Dec 27, 2021 | Debt, Family Dynamics, Life Balance
It’s no fun to go into the holidays when you’re already in debt. It’s even possible to come out of the holidays in better financial shape if you stick to a few strategies. 1. Create a Holiday Budget Decide how much you can spend overall and...
Nov 10, 2021 | Death, Family Dynamics, Life Balance
3 ways to help the elderly cope with grief and loss At some point in our lives, we’ve all experienced what it is like to grieve the loss of someone that we love and cherish. And while older people may have had more experience dealing with losses, losing an adult...
Nov 8, 2021 | Distance, Family Dynamics
There’s no doubt — trying to take care of aging parents from a distance is hard. Whether you live an hour away or are caregiving for a parent in a different state, stress and guilt take an emotional toll. You can’t be there in person all the time, so what can...
Sep 13, 2021 | Distance, Family Dynamics, Life Balance, Safe Housing
The fact is, seniors living alone in their 70s and beyond may keep serious problems to themselves because they don’t want to worry you or feel like a burden. On your next visit, look for these clues that can help you determine if you need to step in or seek for...
May 8, 2018 | ALL CAREGIVING ISSUES, ALL CATALYST, Downsizing, Family Dynamics, Life Balance, Safe Housing
Downsizing is a stressful and emotional task, here are a few ways to make the process more enjoyable for the family. PACE YOURSELF Rushing the move is what adds an extra layer of stress and creates more tasks. HELP YOUR LOVED ONE STAY IN CONTROL Allow them to...
Sep 27, 2017 | ALL CAREGIVING ISSUES, ALL CATALYST, Diagnosis, Downsizing, Family Dynamics, Life Balance, Safe Housing
The facts are clear: you are likely to have a Baby Boomer parent or grandparent, or you’re a Boomer yourself. We know this group is going to need help, and the family support system will likely need a backup. That’s what we’re here for. But just in...
