Author: Wendy Wisner

When seniors begin to need more help with daily needs, it’s common for them and their loved ones to feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to proceed. Often, the goal is for seniors to remain in the familiar surroundings of their home, while remaining safe and well cared for. If you are in this situation, you may be wondering if a home health aide is the right choice for yourself or an aging loved one. “The decision to hire in-home aides often comes when seniors need more help than family members can or are willing to provide,” says Joy Loverde,…

A rule that every babysitter probably knows is that it’s safest for babies to sleep on their backs, not their stomachs or sides. On the surface, it sounds simple — back-sleeping is associated with a lower risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). But, the rule can also leave parents and guardians with questions. For example, if you have a baby who naturally rolls onto his side or just prefers to sleep on his side, is that OK? When can babies sleep on their sides safely? The problem with side sleeping is that it “increases the risk of a baby…