by Derrick Y. McDaniel | Sep 9, 2019 | articles
Changing demographics coupled with substantial increases in healthcare cost have put increased strains on workers and the organizations that employ them. Unfortunately, many companies still have not embraced the full scope of impacts caused by Baby Boomers requiring...
by Derrick Y. McDaniel | Sep 3, 2019 | articles
When it comes to the residential aspects of eldercare, homecare is often the most preferable option. I was the primary caregiver to my grandmother and she-like the vast majority of older people (over 80%)-preferred to remain in her own home. For most, this is an...
by Derrick Y. McDaniel | Mar 26, 2019 | articles
Most elderly drivers outlive their safe driving lifetimes by 7-10 years. Trying to keep aging loved ones safe when driving is a common issue for caregivers. Unfortunately, the “safe driving” conversation doesn’t normally happen until some type of major incident...
by Derrick Y. McDaniel | Mar 8, 2019 | Health
Early recognition that an elder may need assistance allows for proper planning and preparations (i.e. increased number of options, improved quality of care, and less expense). Here are a few things to look for during your next visit: Signs around the house. Pay...
by Derrick Y. McDaniel | Sep 22, 2016 | articles
According to the the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP (2012), 65.7 million caregivers make up 29 percent of the US adult population and provide care to someone who is ill, disabled, or aged. Eighty percent of the care provided to the elderly in the United...
