Addressing Caregiver Burnout Being a caregiver for your aging parents may feel like you’re starring in a dark comedy, running around trying to keep everything together. There’s the guilt of wanting a break, the endless to-do lists, and the times you’ve daydreamed about a vacation far, far away. If you’ve ever felt this way, […]
Getting your aging parent to exercise is one of the most impactful ways to support their overall health. Physical activity has been shown to enhance both cognitive and physical well-being, significantly reducing the risks of common age-related declines. According to a 2019 study published in Neurology, older adults who engaged in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity three […]
The Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST) form establishes a process to honor the wishes of those with serious illness or frailty-as is the case with many seniors. POLST communicates the wishes of you or your loved one as medical orders, telling all health care providers specific wishes during a medical emergency. A POLST […]
Balancing career demands while caring for aging parents can be overwhelming. Our one-hour workshops offer a lifeline designed to provide compassionate support and practical strategies for easing the burdens of caregiving. Join us to gain a comprehensive toolkit of strategies and resources designed to better balance your professional and personal life while ensuring the […]
By Susan Chaityn Lebovits As we age, socializing becomes even more important for maintaining cognitive function, emotional health, and physical fitness. While the most obvious benefit of connecting with friends and family is enjoying time together, numerous studies continue to prove that those who are socially engaged have a significantly slower rate of cognitive decline, and […]
How to Support Aging Parents: Navigating Challenges, Building Trust, and Finding Solutions This one-hour interactive workshop is designed to address the challenges of being a caregiver, whether you’re across town or across the country. Developed by Susan Chaityn Lebovits, a former Boston Globe correspondent, non-profit Executive Director, and caregiver for both her 87-year-old […]
By Susan Chaityn Lebovits Whether you live across the country, or across town, there will come a time when a parent will benefit from additional support. But accepting that one can no longer live independently can take a toll on self-esteem and ego. Many parents are particular about how they care for their home, and […]
By Susan Chaityn Lebovits Caring for an aging loved one can be a full-time job, between medical appointments and home care services. In many cases, families live too far apart to properly manage their senior’s health and safety. Whether you’re acting as a caregiver from across the country or across town, a Geriatric Care Manager […]
Better Together with Team Vivo Take an exercise class with your 85- year-old mom in Arizona, without leaving your home in Maryland. I love Team Vivo‘s live interactive exercise classes You can get in a workout and also spend time with a loved one that’s organic and fun. The personal trainers are fabulous and give […]