By: Kimberly Knight The phone rings. It’s that dreaded middle-of-the-night jolt. Your heart skips a beat as you hear the frantic voice – your loved one is in the ER, a fall at home. Rushing to the hospital, the details paint a horrifying picture: hours, maybe even days, spent helplessly on the floor. The guilt […]
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By: Kimberly Knight Life throws us curveballs sometimes, and for many of us, that curveball comes in the form of long-distance caregiving. It can feel overwhelming, juggling the responsibilities of your own life with the needs of someone dear to you across state lines (or even oceans!). But fear not fellow long-distance caregivers, you’re not
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By Kimberly Knight This season is perfect for taking a break or slowing down to savor these sunny days. If you’re like me, you’re probably seeking cooler weather, making a trip to Colorado or Alaska a great escape from the Texas heat—or at least a spot with the AC on full blast. This article overviews
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by Kimberly Knight Now that the weather has warmed up, and the frigid 14-degree days of January are behind us, let’s embrace the sunshine. This time of year, is a favorite for many of us, with bright sunshine and pleasant temperatures that aren’t yet scorching. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and discover
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by Kimberly Knight Spending time in the sun offers a multitude of benefits, with one key reason being the absorption of Vitamin D. This essential nutrient plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy bones, blood cells, brain function, and a robust immune system. While Vitamin D can also be obtained from certain foods, individuals over
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By: Kimberly Knight Rain Rain go away come back another day! Do you remember this rhyme? As we say goodbye to this dreary weather, welcome warmer temperatures, longer days, and anticipate the arrival of spring, I wanted to talk directly to you about something crucial- home safety. Now before you tune me out and think
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By Renae Perry It’s 292 miles from my home to my parents’ home out of state. Roads so traveled that I know them by heart, just as I know where the good bathrooms are and which towns have better food choices between here and there. Nearly one in five of us is caring for aging
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A. Beth Jackson, MS, LMFT-Associate (she/her) Facilitator of the Up & Out LGBT Caregiver Support Group Beth Jackson is the facilitator of the LGBT+ Caregiver Support Group at The Senior Source. Beth does individual and family therapy at Peace Lane Therapy as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy-Associate under the supervision of Nicole Vargas, PhD,
By: Kimberly Knight Alright, let’s have a caregiver-to-caregiver chat. In my opinion, caregiving is one of the most profound acts of love. It’s an honor to stand by your spouse, parents, or other family members during their times of need. However, nobody really prepares you for the sacrifices you’ll make in the process. Whether you
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By: Kimberly Knight Let’s be real here – taking care of our loved ones is an incredibly fulfilling journey, but goodness, it can also be downright EXHAUSTING! Ever have those moments when you just want to shout, “What about me?” Well, guess what? You’re not alone in feeling this way, and let me tell you,
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