Deciding between a home care company and a private caregiver is a common dilemma for families in Seattle, WA. While the allure of hiring privately may seem financially attractive, the long-term consequences can be a different story. This article will spotlight the advantages of...
UPDATED with 5 MORE BLOGS FOR 2023! The digital age offers a wealth of resources, especially for seniors. Blogs for seniors are a fantastic way to stay informed, entertained, and connected. In Seattle, where tech is part of the culture, seniors have...
As the Pacific Northwest experienced its first heat wave of the summer, King County has announced an "Extreme Heat Mitigation" plan to help reduce the impact of future heat waves. It's a good reminder for us all to make sure that we keep hydrated, especially when...
The arctic blast that has hit the Seattle area this week has made it unsafe for many to venture outside. Even though you may remain at home, there are still many things that you can do to keep active and have a little fun in...
[caption id="attachment_10373" align="alignleft" width="300"] Photo credit: Seniors Matter[/caption] Hoarding is a hot topic of conversation in many families, especially when adult children are worried about hoarding tendencies displayed by aging parents and grandparents. Senior hoarding is a worthy topic to explore and correct. Above and beyond...
In this third and final installment, we chat with Maureen Kures, CEO and Founder of Radiant Mourning, about the steps she recommends that you take when faced with the impending death of a loved one, the importance of legacy work, and how her work changed...
As we continue our interview with Maureen Kures, CEO and Founder of Radiant Mourning, she discusses the differences between an end-of-life doula and hospice care and the questions that you may want to ask when considering brining in an end-of-life doula for your loved one. WALH:...
Maureen Kures, CEO and Founder of Radiant Mourning, hosted a webinar for our staff and graciously agreed to spend some time with us and educate us on what end-of-life doulas do and how they can help with the end-of-life process. In this three-part interview, Maureen shares...
If you are in the position of needing to find care for your loved one, it can be overwhelming to know what questions to ask. Here is a list of questions that you should keep in mind when selecting the right care. Use the questions below...
In the first part of this blog series, I shared my story of Edein and how overwhelmed I was when I first started caring for her. Looking back to the beginning, I can empathize with where you are at right now with the responsibility of...