In this blog series, we will examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. In part
In this blog series, we will examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. In part
In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult for a person. As we age,
We all know that talking to your parents about difficult issues can be tricky. Conversations about the future can be sensitive, especially when it involves your aging parents and their care needs. But planning
By Harriet Dawson It was a terrible thing to do, especially to your best friend. Genie and I were employed to do summer work in Asheville, NC that would fulfill internships for our college
If you’re considering a move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, also known as a life plan community), you’ve likely heard about the required health evaluation that takes place before move-in. For many
By Bob Woods Bruce and I have known each other since we were in Ms. Duff’s 5th grade class. We were 10 years old. We were in Ms. Adams’ 6th grade class and Ms.
By Jay Walker Many of us have had roommates in the past at school or as a cost-sharing arrangement. Some were agreeable, or not. Roommates can be funny. Or they can be hell
By Kerley LeBoeuf Setting: Richland, Georgia – population 1,500 – about 20 miles from Plains – 12 of us in the 10th grade. Ideal setting for a “country bumpkin” like me. At Richland High
By Renate Muller I was born and spent the first 12 years of my life on a farm high in the Usambara mountains of Tanzania, East Africa. My parents were immigrants from Europe. My
