Several personal experiences got me thinking about downsizing and the many emotional and practical components involved in "getting rid of stuff" which often happens during major life changes such as an elder moving to a retirement community. 

Fall is upon us and the first day of fall is used to create awareness for falls prevention and home safety.  It is a great time to download a Falls Prevention Checklist and review it with your older loved ones.

We read a lot of forums, websites, books and articles about all matter of topics related to aging and elder care.  With the explosion of information available on the web and, in particular, social media and forums for comments and feedback, there are many caregivers benefiting from sharing information and connecting with others in similar circumstances.

When your elderly loved one needs help, you might start to consider what type of senior care assistance is best...home health care, community support services, assisted care facilities...it is a lot to navigate.  We speak to a lot of families who are considering options, or have decided it is time to consider an assisted living facility, but do not want to make the wrong decision.  Here are just a few of the many factors and questions that might play in to the decisions: