by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Feb 7, 2022 | Aging, Family Living, Sentinel Articles
The 24th Winter Olympic Games began on February 4th. During the games, both sports fans and even those who don’t routinely watch sporting events often tune in to observe the performances of these elite athletes who have dedicated countless hours to planning and...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Dec 22, 2021 | Alzheimer's and Dementia, Family Living, Sentinel Articles
The holiday season is upon us, and many families are engaging in a variety of festivities. The increased hustle and bustle of this time of year may increase exposure to large gatherings of people and create changes in daily routines. While families may have good...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Nov 30, 2021 | Nursing Homes, Retirement Community, Sentinel Articles
Many aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic have created controversy, and nursing home visitation rules have been no exception. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulates nursing homes which receive government funding for payment of care. ...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Nov 17, 2021 | Caregiver Support, Family Living, Sentinel Articles
National Family Caregivers Month is an excellent time to recognize the contributions of family caregivers, offer them support, and educate society about the unique challenges faced by these caregivers. One of these challenges is conflict between family members about...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Nov 9, 2021 | Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
National Family Caregivers Month, celebrated annually every November since 1997, is an opportunity to recognize and express appreciation to family caregivers. The importance of their contributions to not only individuals, but the entire fabric of our society is often...
