Home to Stay is very excited to add our new DDD service, supporting adults living with developmental disabilities. When I was a student at Rutgers, I started working part time as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at a residential facility for adults living with various types of developmental disabilities. I grew a lot as a person working with these individuals and really came to see them as fellow human beings doing the [...]
When an elderly loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it can be overwhelming for both the patient and their family. As a caregiver, you want to do everything you can to ensure your loved one's safety and comfort, but it can be difficult to know where to begin. According to the Alzheimer's Association, six out of ten people living with dementia will wander, and many will become lost. Creating a dementia-friendly living [...]
Veterans make up nearly 7% of the US population. Many of these people have serious physical and mental health problems, chronic conditions, and disabilities that affect their mobility, cognitive skills, and overall quality of life. Particularly, the risk of Alzheimer’s is significantly higher among veterans compared to the general population. Data shows that nearly 170,000 veterans were diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2021, and this number is expected to increase steadily in the [...]
Caring for aging parents is an issue that can cause tension among family members. Even siblings who get along otherwise might bitterly disagree with each other when it comes to caring for a parent. If left unresolved, these disagreements can cause old resentments to flare up and turn into a full-blown conflict, which can worsen what might already be an extremely stressful situation. Common Issues Related to Caring for Aging Parents Different [...]
Telehealth means “healing at a distance.” It’s the mechanism that delivers patient-centered healthcare services remotely to individuals where they live. For people facing significant physical and financial barriers to access the healthcare support they need and deserve, this is a highly effective and accessible solution. How Does Telehealth Work? With Telehealth, you only need a computer or mobile device and a reliable Wi-Fi connection to remotely consult with a doctor. If you’re [...]
It's a misconception that parents automatically become worse drivers as they get older. Knowing this, if you have reason to believe that an elderly loved one can no longer drive effectively, putting their safety first is the right thing to do. While it's understandable if you are uncertain about what action to take, ignoring the warning signs that an elderly driver might be unfit to get behind the wheel can have serious [...]
November is Family Caregiving Month, the perfect time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. There are an estimated 53 million unpaid family caregivers in the U.S. today - up almost 25% from 2015. We expect this number to continue to grow over the next decade. Seeing a loved one suffer, change, and not be the person you remember can be extremely difficult. And, while many caregivers report feeling a [...]
Attending to the needs of an aging loved one is incredibly rewarding, but it can also be challenging and exhausting. In many cases, caregivers may forget to take care of their own needs while carrying out family duties. This can lead to fatigue, burnout, and even discontent. A respite care program can provide several benefits to the one who needs care as well as their family caregivers. What is Respite Care? Family [...]
Home to Stay is proud to co-sponsor the Breakfast & FREE CEU Workshop at Stay Gold Cafe & Lounge on November 15th. ATTENTION SOCIAL WORKERS AND CASE MANAGERS IN OCEAN AND MONMOUTH COUNTIES: Join us for breakfast and a free CEU workshop discussing "Transitions to Hospice Care: Meaningful Conversations about End of Life Issues." Location: Stay Gold Cafe & Lounge - 800 Main Street, Belmar, NJ Date: Tuesday, November 15th from 8:30am-10:30am [...]
According to AARP data, about 53 million family caregivers—roughly one in every five Americans—provide unpaid care to their loved ones. The US Department of Health and Human Services estimates that nearly 70% of seniors will eventually require long-term care. The demand for services that provide care for the elderly will rise as this demographic trend unfolds. Healthy young people often find it challenging to imagine a time in the future when they [...]
