Being a Grandparent During a Pandemic GrandkidsMatter conducted a survey of grandparenting during the pandemic. Forty two percent of grandparents said their relationship stayed the same; 31 percent said it became stronger; while 27 percent reported that it became weaker. Is there a playbook for grandparenting during a pandemic? We...
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Elderspeak – Podcast – Charlotte Today – 06/30/20
Elderspeak – Contributing to the Decline Narrative The Corona pandemic has exposed hidden prejudices and a cultural bias of ageism. Part of that discussion is “Elderspeak.” It occurs when an older adult is spoken to by health care workers, service personnel, neighbors, or even family members as if he or...
Elderspeak – Charlotte Today – 06/30/20
Elderspeak – Contributing to the Decline Narrative The Corona pandemic has exposed hidden prejudices and a cultural bias of ageism. Part of that discussion is “Elderspeak.” It occurs when an older adult is spoken to by health care workers, service personnel, neighbors, or even family members as if he or...
THE SELF DEFENSE OF CAREGIVERS – USING MARTIAL ARTS PRINCIPLES
The Self Defense of Caregivers, Sixty and Me BY ANTHONY CIRILLO • Sixty and Me May 2, 2020 • CAREGIVING Caregiving can often feel like a full-contact sport, and all too many caregivers find themselves under siege by other family members and even the ones to whom they provide care. This sense...
Caregiving During the Pandemic – Podcast – Charlotte Today – 04/22/20
Caregiving During a Pandemic – Podcast Charlotte Today The Coronavirus has literally made every family member a long-distance caregiver. And, as a colleague pointed out, “the number of unpaid caregivers has gone from 1-in-5 Americans, to anyone who cares for someone at risk for Covid-19.” So, to use the well-worn...
Caregiving During the Pandemic – Charlotte Today – 04/22/20
Caregiving During a Pandemic The Coronavirus has literally made every family member a long-distance caregiver. And, as a colleague pointed out, “the number of unpaid caregivers has gone from 1-in-5 Americans, to anyone who cares for someone at risk for Covid-19.” So, to use the well-worn cliché, we are all...
THE ART OF DECLUTTERING: DO IT WHILE KEEPING YOUR SANITY AND HAVING FUN
THE ART OF DECLUTTERING: DO IT WHILE KEEPING YOUR SANITY AND HAVING FUN BY ANTHONY CIRILLO • March 5, 2020 • FAMILY Decluttering – Most people want to age in the home they have. According to AARP, three out of four people 50-plus want to stay in their homes and communities...
In the Age of Coronavirus – Your Guide to Getting Better Quality Sleep
Your Guide to Getting Better Quality Sleep During these stressful times, getting a good night sleep is essential. I could use some quality sleep myself quite honestly. We explore the issue in this post. Studies have shown that there is a link between age and quality of sleep. In essence,...
Coronavirus and Seniors – Charlotte Today – 03/19/20
Coronavirus and Seniors – Charlotte Today – 03/19/20 A short clip from Charlotte Today about helping elders during the Coronavirus pandemic. Need caregiving help. Turn to my company, www.gishc.com for holistic and complete caregiver solutions. Family caregivers are especially vulnerable. Bill Walsh, AARP Response Lead, says that the pandemic has...
Coronavirus and Seniors – Charlotte Today – Podcast – 03/19/20
Coronavirus and Seniors – Charlotte Today – 03/19/20 A short clip from Charlotte Today about helping elders during the Coronavirus pandemic. Need caregiving help. Turn to my company, www.gishc.com for holistic and complete caregiver solutions. Family caregivers are especially vulnerable. Bill Walsh, AARP Response Lead, says that the pandemic has...