By A Place for Mom Staff

If your parent has been in the hospital because of chronic illness, injury, stroke or surgery, the next step may be a period of rehabilitation. Rehabilitation can take place at home, but often your parent’s situation may require a stay at a rehabilitation center in a skilled...

Life can feel lonely for seniors who are blind or visually impaired. But VISIONS, a nonprofit rehabilitation and social service agency in New York, is working to reverse that isolation. Through the agency’s Intergenerational Program, students and teens travel to the homes of...

In a traditional senior care setting, schedules are a way of life. There are specific times for when to get up, when to go to bed, when to have activities, exercise and have meals. For seniors who spent their entire adulthood living independently and making their own choices, the...

Last Updated: December 1, 2017 When an elderly person loses the ability to care for her or himself, there is often a network of people collaborating to provide the level of attention and care they need. For people who live in their own homes, this could include family members,...

For many seniors, paying for the cost of senior living can be stressful. There are plenty of benefits out there for those who need them, especially veterans. There’s just one problem: Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits are one of the best-kept secrets to paying for senior care....

Nearly 90% of people age 65 and over want to stay in their family home as they age, according to an AARP study. However, aging in place requires safeguarding homes for seniors to prevent any unnecessary accidents, fatigue or stress. A Room-by-Room Guide to Safeguarding Homes Use...

The winter season is inevitably accompanied by colds and the flu. Unfortunately — during the colder months — our bodies become more susceptible to disease and infection, and seniors in particular are at serious risk of getting ill during this period. Thankfully, you...

“Don’t feel so guilty all the time thinking that you are falling short on this, or need to do better at that.” — Teri D.

“My suggestion is for caregivers to use respite care; it makes a world of difference.” — Rebecca T.

For most, the holiday season begins at Thanksgiving and ends in the New Year. The season is a time of joy, nostalgia and social events that include festive foods and treats. Learn more about how to make healthier choices while still enjoying the spoils of the holidays. Making...