Remaining Independent

One of the greatest desires of many elderly people is to remain living on their own for as long as they possibly can. Many things need to be taken into account when a senior lives by themselves or with an elderly spouse, including health conditions and finances. Discover how to help your aging parents remain independent.

Articles About Remaining Independent

Equipment and Products That Help the Elderly Live at Home Safely
New products are cropping up every day to help make living at home easier for elderly parents and their caregivers.
How to Prepare Elderly Parents for an Earthquake
Elderly earthquake safety and preparedness tips. Make sure your elderly loved one is prepared for an earthquake and will remain safe after the disaster.
Helping Your Parents Move Out of Their Home
When an elderly person moves out of their home into an assisted living facility, nursing home or the home of a relative, it is an emotional and stressful time.
How To Tell if Parents Are Ready for Assisted Living
How to tell if its time to move your elderly mother or father to assisted living and answer the question caregivers often ask: Does my parent need assisted living?

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Q&A with the Experts on Remaining Independent

Can anti-depressants be taken at the same time as Alzheimer's medicine?
Since there are so many anti-depressants available, why gamble with one that might reduce the effectiveness of the dementia medication?
Can a home be remodeled to be comfortable, but safe for seniors?
Seniors will tell you that one of the most alienating aspects of moving to a nursing home or assisted living facility is the loss of a personal “sense of place."

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