You’ve shared birthdays, holidays, graduation, weddings, and so many more of life’s most precious moments. Now, you and your siblings share the responsibility of caring for your newly dependent parent. Though it can be stressful to make life-altering decisions on behalf of your parent, coming together as a family to address your parent’s needs can…
Monthly Archives: June 2018
Preventing Heat Stress During Summer Months
Wishing everyone a very happy and safe INDEPENDENCE DAY weekend! Please remember that the elderly are prone to heat stress during the hot summer months. I include an important resource on this subject: http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/older-adults-heat.asp. Heat-related emergencies are preventable as long as you follow these tips, including to Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated, and Stay Informed. Read more…