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Assisted Living and Independent Living Options for Couples

January 17, 2018

This is the scenario many elderly couples face when one spouse needs extra care and the other is unable to provide assistance. Separation is not the only solution as there are other options. Remaining Home Couples may remain in their own home and opt to use in home health care. These services may be covered […]

Weather Or Whether

January 10, 2018

Winter presents beautiful scenes straight from a Hallmark card, but it also brings its own set of challenges. The question is “Should I move now or wait for Spring?” It is easy to think of living independently at home when the weather is nice but as the days begin to shorten it may be time […]

Joanne Receives Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce Award

December 22, 2017

Bridge to Better Living® prides itself on the talents of each of their Transition Consultants. Recently Joanne Carlberg, Omaha area consultant, received the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce Award recognizing her as the 2017 Business Leader of the Year. Joanne has dedicated over three decades to service in her community and to Seniors. […]

Home Safety Checklist for Seniors

December 20, 2017

A home safety checklist for both Seniors and their families is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. We like to believe we are safe, but it is best to be prepared.

10 Ways to Help a Caregiver

December 13, 2017

Although similar to motherhood and caring for a small child, a caregiver in the medical world is primarily aiding an adult or Senior. Society needs to understand more people are caregiving. This could easily become a monumental culture change. A large percentage of people are in Skilled Care due to a caregiver no longer being […]

Holiday Travel Tips When a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s

December 6, 2017

Families are now busy making family plans for the upcoming holidays. It’s an excellent time for loved ones to gather and enjoy one another’s company. Traveling with a loved one living with Alzheimer’s, however, poses special challenges. Most of these are able to be overcome or lessened with thoughtful pre-planning. Enjoy a safe and pleasant trip with the following tips.

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