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A woman is helping an elderly man in a wheelchair.
By Livewell Pathway July 24, 2024
In an increasingly complex healthcare landscape, finding the right care for yourself or your loved ones can be challenging. Among all the options, private care stands out as a flexible, personalized solution that adapts to your individual needs.
An elderly woman wearing a hat and glasses is standing on a street.
By Livewell Pathway June 25, 2024
Heat and humidity can pose serious health risks, especially for elderly adults. Older adults are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses due to various factors, including medical conditions, medication side effects, and decreased ability to regulate body temperature.
A person is putting flowers on a grave in a cemetery.
By Livewell Pathway May 16, 2024
For those who have lost a parent, certain holidays can bring a fresh wave of grief and sadness. Mother's Day and Father's Day in particular are meant to celebrate the special bond between parent and child, but these occasions can feel incredibly painful after a parent's passing.
A young man is sitting next to an older man on a couch.
By Livewell Pathway April 1, 2024
On April 2nd, as we celebrate National Caregiver Day, it's important to acknowledge the important work that caregivers do and how it impacts the lives of the people they care for.
Assisting senior from car with walker
By Lorna King-Bobb February 15, 2023
Aging can sneak up on us. While in our minds we are still young and spry, our bodies sometimes tell us a different story. And after age 65, one of the most common signs of aging we notice is that we become a little less steady on our feet.
By Lorna King-Bobb December 9, 2022
If your loved one has Alzheimer’s or dementia, visits can be a challenge. Will they remember who you are? Will they even know you were there? What if they’re combative?
Daughter talking to older parent
By LiveWell Pathway August 30, 2022
As our parents age, we may start to notice changes in their ability to manage day-to-day activities like shopping, paying bills and preparing meals. Some changes are physical, some are cognitive. As these changes progress, we realize that some tough decisions need to be made regarding their care.
Man with dementia trying to recognize a photo
By LiveWell Pathway June 22, 2022
As our parents age, we may start noticing signs of cognitive decline. They can be subtle at first. Forgetting conversations or having trouble finding words, confusing the remote with the phone, difficulty tying shoes, and mood swings are just some of the early warning signs of dementia.
Sisters talking
By Lorna King, Director of Care April 13, 2022
As parents age and start to rely increasingly on their children for their care, it is common for disagreements to arise among siblings on what is best for mom and dad. From simple daily chores to more complex financial decisions, arguments can arise on who does what and who has the final say.
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