How to Deal with Elderly Incontinence
Even though most people don’t enjoy talking about it, nighttime incontinence is a common issue — and it’s one that warrants a discussion. Why is it worth talking about? Because there are a lot of […]
> Read MoreCaring for Your Parents? How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout & Stress
Becoming a caregiver for a parent is both noble and important, but it can also feel EXTREMELY taxing. In order to be able to provide them the all-important support – and not go crazy — […]
> Read MoreQuiz: Do Your Parents Need In-Home Care?
Deciding if your elderly parents or loved ones need in-home care can be difficult. We’ve designed the By Your Side in-home care quiz to help people evaluate whether their parents need support— and the level […]
> Read More15 Best Activities for Alzheimer’s Patients at Home
Sudoku, sewing, gardening, or something completely different — finding the best activities for Alzheimer’s patients at home is important if a loved one has a memory illness. While truly meaningful activities for dementia patients can […]
> Read MoreWrite Off In-Home Care on Your Taxes
By Your Side Home Care is dedicated to making all aspects of in-home care easier — even figuring out how it involves your taxes. In fact, many By Your Side clients wonder if they can […]
> Read MoreIs Hospice Care Free & Other Hospice FAQs
Hospice care is an end-of-life service that provides compassionate, palliative care to people with terminal illnesses. In addition to providing one-on-one patient treatment, hospice nurses and doctors provide direct access to pain-management medication and other […]
> Read MoreHow to Talk to Your Parents About Giving up Their Driver’s Licenses
Talking to your parents about giving up their driver’s licenses is never easy. How do you tell the people who raised you, and who likely taught you to drive, that they aren’t safe behind the […]
> Read More7 Warning Signs That Aging Parents Shouldn’t Live Alone — Without Support
The warning signs that your aging parents need help living alone can range from unexplained weight loss and changes in personal appearance to confusion, forgetfulness, and other qualities associated with memory illnesses like Dementia. When […]
> Read MoreHome Care vs. Nursing Homes: Exploring the Disadvantages of Nursing Homes
If you are looking into professional senior care options for your parents, you may think that nursing homes are your only choice — the nursing home industry certainly likes to encourage that perception. The truth, […]
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