by Emee Miller | Feb 11, 2019 | south bend senior care, Turning Point Senior Care
Each new phase of life brings about its own challenges. But one thing is consistent throughout our entire lives – we need community. Isolation is a threat to every age, but its rampant among senior citizens. It may be harder to get around, or friends and loved...
by Emee Miller | Dec 19, 2018 | south bend senior care, Turning Point Senior Care
There are few diagnoses scarier than dementia. Witnessing a loved one disappear into their own world and exhibit behaviors they never did before is heart wrenching. We long to do something about it. The problem comes in when we let our fear and pain lead us to make...
by Emee Miller | Oct 28, 2018 | south bend senior care, Turning Point Senior Care
Are you part of the “sandwich generation” – still in the throws of raising children while caring for your aging parents? You’re not alone. When your parents begin to enter the stage of life where their independence is becoming more and...
by Emee Miller | Oct 1, 2018 | General, south bend senior care, Turning Point Senior Care
My trusty side-kick, Bo, is always begging for a walk. Rain or shine, he’s anxious for his leash and a nice, brisk walk. All of these walks with my sweet pup give me plenty of time to let my thoughts wander. Oftentimes, these musings are related to the elderly....
by Emee Miller | Sep 13, 2018 | south bend senior care, Turning Point Senior Care
Our aging loved ones have a lot to deal with as they face the aging process. It’s important for those of us who are caring for them to pause and take notice of stressors in their lives and seek out ways to alleviate that stress. Simple Ways to Alleviate Stress...
by Emee Miller | Jun 4, 2018 | south bend senior care, Turning Point Senior Care
Geriatric Care Managers are a gift. Whether you live with your loved one or are hundreds of miles away, a GCM can be a very valuable asset. What is a Geriatric Care Manager? A GCM is like a jack-of-all-trades when it comes to senior care. They are health care...
