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How to help mom dress with arthritic hands | Season 1, Episode 15Senior Health

How to help mom dress with arthritic hands | Season 1, Episode 15

Arthritic hands make buttons and zippers a daily battle: gentle ways to help Mom dress with dignity.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 21, 2023
How to Help Mom Stay In Her Home Longer | Season 1, Episode 14Aging in Place

How to Help Mom Stay In Her Home Longer | Season 1, Episode 14

Worried about a parent's appetite? A nurse offers practical ways to keep your loved one eating and at home longer.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 11, 2023
How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout | Season 1, Episode 13Caregiver Wellness

How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout | Season 1, Episode 13

Running on empty? A nurse explains the early signs of caregiver burnout and the habits that pull you back from the edge.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 3, 2023
How to Keep Loved Ones Who Wander at Night Safe | Season 1, Episode 12Alzheimer's Care

How to Keep Loved Ones Who Wander at Night Safe | Season 1, Episode 12

Nighttime wandering puts memory-impaired loved ones at real risk. Practical safeguards to help everyone in the house sleep more soundly.

Ron NovakRon NovakMar 27, 2023
Understanding Nighttime Wandering in People with Alzheimer’s | Season 1, Episode 11Alzheimer's Care

Understanding Nighttime Wandering in People with Alzheimer’s | Season 1, Episode 11

When a parent with Alzheimer's roams at night, sleep and safety both suffer. Understand why it happens and how to respond.

Ron NovakRon NovakMar 21, 2023
How to Encourage Mom to Eat More | Season 1, Episode 10Senior Nutrition

How to Encourage Mom to Eat More | Season 1, Episode 10

When an aging parent loses interest in food, small changes can rebuild appetite and ease your worry.

Ron NovakRon NovakMar 10, 2023
How to Help Mom Knit with Arthritis | Season 1, Episode 09Senior Health

How to Help Mom Knit with Arthritis | Season 1, Episode 09

Arthritis does not have to end a love of knitting. A nurse shares adaptations that keep hands busy and comfortable.

Ron NovakRon NovakMar 10, 2023
How to Get Help with Tax Preparation | Season 1, Episode 08Elder Care Planning

How to Get Help with Tax Preparation | Season 1, Episode 08

Tax season is harder when you care for a senior. Learn which medical costs you can claim and where to find help.

Ron NovakRon NovakMar 10, 2023
How to Get Help with Diabetic Foot Care | Season 1, Episode 07Senior Health

How to Get Help with Diabetic Foot Care | Season 1, Episode 07

Diabetic feet need careful attention to avoid serious trouble. Where to find help with foot and nail care for a loved one.

Ron NovakRon NovakMar 10, 2023
How to Get Help With the Cost of Transportation | Season 1, Episode 06Elder Care Planning

How to Get Help With the Cost of Transportation | Season 1, Episode 06

Getting to appointments adds up fast. Where caregivers can find help covering the cost of transportation for a loved one.

Ron NovakRon NovakFeb 13, 2023
How to Get Paid as a Family Caregiver | Season 1, Episode 05Elder Care Planning

How to Get Paid as a Family Caregiver | Season 1, Episode 05

Quit your job to care for a loved one? There may be real ways to get paid for it.

Ron NovakRon NovakFeb 4, 2023
3 Important Stair Lift OptionsAging in Place

3 Important Stair Lift Options

Three stair lift upgrades, from a power folding footrest, that make climbing the stairs safer and easier at home.

Ron NovakRon NovakFeb 2, 2023