May is almost over and June is upon us! In the Northwest, the skies are lightening and the sun is shining. It’s a GREAT time to get outside! More time to be outside gives us a great opportunity to get...
Many adults are choosing to continue to live at home as they age. They feel more comfortable in their own space rather than moving to a retirement home or assisted living facility Because of this dec...
Mothers are pretty amazing! They nurtured us when we were infants, cared for us through childhood, and support us in adulthood. Throughout our lives our mom is the one that we turn to for both advic...
According to the AARP, 90 percent of seniors desire to stay in their own homes rather than live in a retirement community/home. This trend, known as aging-in-place, is expected to continue growing in ...
Most of the topics that we discuss in our blog center around the many different ways that we as caregivers can take care of those around us. Today, we would like to talk about another aspect of care:...
We are approaching another wonderful holiday: Easter! On April 5th Peter Cottontail will take his long journey hopping down the bunny trail to deliver eggs to millions of children everywhere. On the s...
It is official. We have made it through winter, and SPRING is here! Spring is a wonderful time. Flowers bloom, birds return, and animals come out of hibernation. It is a time of renewal. As caregive...
Senior Prom 2015!! Wow! What a night! Wiser Home Care Services and Morgan Family YMCA recently hosted the annual “Senior Prom” together with Point Defiance Village retirement community. ...
Last week we discussed one of the challenges caregivers often face when caring for the elderly. We talked about how it is important to try to think of things from your loved one or clients perspectiv...
“To care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honors.” – Tia Walker For those who have taken up the task of caring for an elderly person, whether as a career or for a loved one ...