Blue Skies Blog

Throughout June, TalkElder has discussed combatting the plagues of aging and given some suggestions and ideas.  Boredom is the last and...

As a nurse, I see firsthand how aging can bring a sense of helplessness to our loved ones. It's a plague that creeps in, sapping their...

Five heartfelt and creative strategies that emphasize community and connection

Loneliness, Helplessness, and Boredom are often referred to as the “three plagues" of aging. Although this may sound a bit dramatic,...

Unexplained dents, dings, and scratches on your parents' car? Pillows and phone books on the driver’s seat for “an extra lift”? Driving...

As a nurse with years of experience in eldercare, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges families face when it comes to ensuring the safety...

Navigating outdoor spaces can pose unique challenges for aging parents. With a little careful planning and foresight, we can help...

If you’re stepping into the role of caring for your aging parent at home, it’s natural to want to ensure their safety and comfort.; As an...

Why protecting your aging parents from online threats by beefing up their password protection is crucial.

Let’s face it: not all of us or our parents have all our important paperwork filed away by year, then alphabetized and stored away in a...

Advice on helping your aging parents choose a medical power of attorney, financial power of attorney, and executor of their will.

One crucial aspect of this planning…Where is EVERYTHING??

VACCINES! There are more viruses with crazy acronyms, booster shots and vaccination schedules for anyone to keep track of nowadays.

As a nurse and an adult child to aging parents, I understand wanting to keep them living their very best lives.

I want to share some important health tests that can help you stay on track as you navigate the wonderful journey of aging.

How will we know if there is a problem if we don’t have a starting point?

As we assist our parents with health management it’s crucial to ask the right questions particularly when new medications are prescribed or during medication reviews.

Let’s talk about something super important but often overlooked: How to know what specialists to go to and why?

Let’s chat about something increasingly relevant as our parents age: managing their medications.

Let’s talk about something super important but often overlooked: managing your aging parents’ medications.