Monthly Archives: October 2011

Louise – A story of care and caring

There was a lady named Louise who worked her entire life as a registered nurse enjoying every minute of it until the age of 75.   She finally had to leave her position due to vision difficulties.  However, Louise still remained … Continue reading

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Medicare Open Enrollment 2011

It’s that time of year again!  The staff at St. Andrew’s Senior Solutions would like to take this opportunity to remind our clients and caregivers Medicare open enrollment period now begins on October 15th and ends on December 7th.  Individuals … Continue reading

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Have You Sat Down To Talk to Mom and Dad Lately?

While they are often delicate subjects to tackle, the best time to have a frank discussion with aging parents about retirement living options, lifestyle security, and implementation of wills and trusts, legal and financial issues, and funeral and burial options … Continue reading

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The life of a caregiver

Being a caregiver can be overwhelming as I can remember so well. For the twenty some odd years I took care of my mother, there were times when I was extremely stressed and had little emotional reserve left.

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