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Author: Carrie Roberts
Company: Applewood Our House
Website: www.applewoodourhouse.com
Author Comment / Biography: Carrie Roberts, CSA is an impassioned champion for the dignity and independence of seniors, committed to the needs and desires of baby boomers and older adults, a devotee of supporting families dealing with age related change, and is passionate about innovation of products, services and environments of the exploding 55+ market, on both on the consumer and service provider sides. She has spent her entrepreneurial career advocating for consumers as well as teaching businesses owners how to grow their companies by using them as vehicles to give back to their communities, raising thousands of dollars for a variety of non-profits organizations throughout the country. After losing her grandfather to suicide during progressive Alzheimer's disease, watching her grandmother live to the age of 100, and watching her own 65+ year old parents navigate the challenges associated with aging, she has dedicated her career to the Vision and Mission of Universal Senior Living and it's partners.
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Articles by Carrie Roberts |
1. Speaking To Your Children About Alzheimer's
December 18, 2013
Speaking to your children about Alzheimer's disease is a respectful conversation to have with them. It is a way for them to understand what is happening to your parent or loved one. It also conditions them to feel comfortable around an Alzheimer's sufferer, and allows better communications with t...
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2. Is A Reverse Mortgage Right For You?
December 18, 2013
After the recession in the U.S. and world economy a few years ago, reverse mortgages became immensely popular with many elderly Americans. Yet, there are still a lot of questions about how dependable they are, and if they are right for most seniors. In this article, we will clear up those misconc...
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3. Care Giving For Abusive Parents
December 18, 2013
Care giving for abusive parents is a serious issue. It's challenging to be the target of a parent during an abusive encounter. You go from being a parent of your own children, to having the responsibility of being a caregiver to your mother or father. In addition to verbal abuse, it is not...
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4. 11 Signs It's Time For Assisted Living
December 18, 2013
In this article, we will discuss 11 signs it's time for assisted living for your loved one. When you are taking care of a family, there might come a time when you need a helping hand. Caring can become a full time job, and the mental and physical responsibilities can become overbearing. In...
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5. Holidays With Alzheimer's - 3 Fabulous Ways To Enjoy Festive Occasions With Dementia Sufferers
October 24, 2013
Celebrating holidays with Alzheimer's and dementia sufferers is challenging. Probably no other holidays trigger the emotions of the elderly like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Maybe it is because these momentous holidays often dig up memories of their youth, or it reminds them of being together with...
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6. Outings With Dementia Residents - How Small Trips Can Lead To Big Smiles
October 24, 2013
Applewood Our House is proud of the fact that we provide outings with dementia residents. Our centers in Lakewood and Golden, Colorado provide a secure atmosphere for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia, and we implement numerous outdoor activities and events. There are no definite eas...
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7. Secured Homes - Ways To Keep Seniors Safe In Their Residence
October 24, 2013
When providing secured homes for seniors who require assisted living arrangements, it is necessary to give them the best security systems. You need to keep them from wandering off, and you want to make sure that criminals are kept out. Best Ways to Ensure Secured Homes for Seniors
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8. Alzheimer's Vs. Dementia - What Is The Difference?
October 24, 2013
Alzheimer's vs. dementia is easy to distinguish. In the early 1900s, Alois Alzheimer looked at abnormal plaques in the brain. This was the first recorded case of the possible disease. In the century that followed, scientists have made many more discoveries about Alzheimer's disease and dem...
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9. Love And Heart With Dementia
October 24, 2013
Showing love and heart with dementia patients is a long and hard road for many families. It might be a spouse, parent, or grandparent that needs you now more than ever. You are probably wondering if you can you take care of him or her. Will it be possible to show the same amount of love and affec...
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10. Stages Of Alzheimer's Disease - What Every Family Member Should Know
October 24, 2013
The stages of Alzheimer's disease are well documented. Yet, the origin and causes are shrouded in mystery. Scientists don't fully comprehend the exact causes of Alzheimer's disease. However, it is clear that something in the brain causes the disease. This is not something that happens over...
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