Sponsored Content: Caregiver Grants
Artist focuses on herself, healing in Yosemite thanks to a Road Scholar Caregiver Grant For generations, artists have been drawn to Yosemite National Park for its incredible natural beauty and spectacular vistas like Bridalveil Fall and Half Dome. With sparkling waters, inspiring mountains, and a host of wildlife that calls this park home, it’s no […]
Respite Care Offers Double the Good Feelings
Tired caregivers may not always know where to turn when it comes to supporting a beloved older family member. Respite care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers. The program allows you a couple weeks (or more) of relief if you find yourself in need of a little you time. Knowing that care is available for […]
A Needed Respite
Short-term care offers assistance and a taste of senior living Above photo: A class in the pool at Westminster Place in Evanston When 84-year-old Shirley Ratcliff recently moved from Missouri to Chicago, her health was precarious. She lives with pulmonary fibrosis, relies on oxygen, and was recovering from pneumonia. After staying for a few weeks with […]
Necessary Rest
Respite care eases the burdens on caregivers Caring for an aging parent can be physically and mentally demanding, an around-the-clock responsibility. Sometimes caregivers just need a break—a few days when they can take care of business, address a family emergency or go on a vacation and know that mom or dad is well taken care of. […]