What Independence at Home Really Means—And How to Keep It
Understanding Your In-Home Care Options: PCS, Home Health, or Hospice?
As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month this May, it's important to shine a light on an often-overlooked group in these conversations: older adults. While aging brings wisdom, experience, and resilience, it can also bring unique mental health challenges, many of which go unspoken or unnoticed.
Caring for a loved one can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with challenges. Many family caregivers give so much of themselves that they forget to take care of their own well-being. Over time, exhaustion can set in, leading to burnout—a state of physical, emotional, and mental fatigue.
We’ve all had those moments where we walk into a room and forget why we’re there. Occasional forgetfulness is normal, but as we age, maintaining brain health becomes even more important. The good news is that simple daily habits can help keep the mind sharp, improve memory, and even slow cognitive decline.
