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Caregiving 2.0

My Mom, who is 90, arrives tomorrow to live with me. And so it begins again. As many of you know, I cared for my father in my home for 4 years until he passed away at the age of 88 so I’m well aware of what it’s like to be a caregiver.    I’m sure...

Recipe Of The Week: Berry Joyful Crepes

When the weather starts heating up and summer fruits and berries start to appear in the grocers and at the farmer’s markets, I get excited to create some new dishes with them.  I hadn’t made crepes for a long time so I thought I’d give it a try....

Weekly Recipe – Slow Cooker Pork Loin with Leeks and Apples

Slow Cooker Pork Loin with Leeks and Apples This is an easy-to-prepare and very economical meal.  I used a pork loin but a pork shoulder roast could easily be substituted.  The leeks are flavorful and have anti-oxidant properties as well as Vitamin C. I left the...

Elders and Pet Ownership: A Balance of Love

Unconditional affection and loyalty, companionship, reasons to live and love…these are the essence of pet ownership.  Many studies have proven the value of pet ownership for senior citizens.  The findings underscore that an older person with a pet is ALMOSTa...

Managing Dining “OOPS Moments” with Style

It’s always nice to be able to support a local business especially when that business aligns with your own passion to serve seniors and caregivers. Carla Pennington Kirby is the owner of Tidy Top, a stylish product that solves the problem for those moments when...