by Teresa Jepsen | Apr 5, 2023 | Blog, Newsletter
Manage caregiver resentment to reduce stress When put into a situation that we didn’t choose, it’s not uncommon to feel negative and resentful. And when you spend so much time and energy caring for your older adult, it’s natural to experience caregiver resentment – no...
by Teresa Jepsen | Apr 5, 2023 | Blog, Newsletter
Caregiving can be extra stressful when siblings aren’t supportive When caring for aging parents, the last thing you need is more stress or resentment because of issues with your siblings. But getting siblings to help with parents can bring up old family arguments,...
by Teresa Jepsen | Apr 5, 2023 | Blog, Newsletter
Assisted living vs in home care is a tough choice When your parent or spouse needs assistance in their daily life, many families face a tough choice – assisted living vs in-home care. Choosing between assisted living and home care involves many factors, both personal...
by Teresa Jepsen | Feb 28, 2023 | Blog, Newsletter
IRS tax code offers perks to taxpayers of a certain age Getty Images By Patricia Amend, AARP Published January 28, 2022 /Updated January 31, 2023 If you’re 50 or older, there is one benefit to reaching this milestone that you may be overlooking: tax breaks aimed right...
by Teresa Jepsen | Feb 28, 2023 | Blog, Newsletter
Older people especially face dangers in lower temperatures and wind chills Getty Images By Christina Ianzito, AARP Published February 17, 2021 /Updated February 24, 2023 Winter can bring arctic blasts, snowstorms, ice and sleet. And more often these days, areas of the...
by Teresa Jepsen | Jan 25, 2023 | Blog, Newsletter
January 25, 2018 / Valentine’s Day Isla Torsten Sparkling Strawberry You may be rather excited about the impending arrival of February 14th, or perhaps you’re a little anxious about receiving a special something from that special someone. All I can say is,...
