Every year caregivers’ worries go up as the temperature goes down. The simple reason is that it’s colder outside, so elderly loved ones spend much more time indoors. The first way to begin alleviating your concerns is by asking Living Free Home to conduct an extensive, FREE Home Accessibility Analysis. We’ll cover every inch... »

As we approach the end of this important month, please remember to thank anyone you know who is caring for an aging person. Here, we post just a couple excerpts from our President’s note on National Family Caregiver Month - “The true strength of the American family finds its roots in an unwavering commitment... »

(By Carol O’Dell, author of “Mothering Mother”) My mom called it pride—why she didn’t want to use a cane or a walker. I called it stubbornness. We were locked in a battle of the wills. No matter how I coerced, encouraged or bribed, my mom had zero plans to ever use a walking “aide”... »

By Carol O’Dell, author of “Mothering Mother” Pain, aching, dull, joints are the hallmark of arthritis. You fight it as best you can—with meds, vitamins and supplements, hydrotherapy, gentle exercise, and even using canes or walkers for assistance. And maybe you can’t play racquet ball anymore, but you’re enjoying golf—and maybe you’ve traded your... »