By Jackie Lebovits When you’re touring college campuses and assisted living facilities at the same time, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. As long as you stay organized, committed, and compassionate —and both lean on and listen to others— you can successfully care for three generations: your parents, your children, and yourself. Below are practical strategies […]

Hospital Delirium in Elders: What it is and how to help

By Susan Chaityn Lebovits When an elderly loved one is hospitalized, the experience can be overwhelming for everyone. One distressing complication that can arise during a hospital stay is delirium, a sudden confusion that affects a patient’s ability to think clearly, stay focused, and remain aware of their surroundings. Understanding hospital delirium, knowing how to […]

Eldercare Workshops

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 […]

How to help your parent be more social, and why it’s critical to their health

 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 Persuade Your Parent To Accept Help

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 […]