They are our neighbors, friends, siblings and co-workers, thrust into caregiving roles with little notice or preparation. Their loved ones may be dealing with dementia or the aftermath of a stroke. They struggle daily with…
Augustana Care Open Circle Adult Day Services is honored to introduce award-winning author and speaker, Stacy Monson, as a guest blogger. Monson’s latest, Open Circle, is a fictional novel highlighting senior care and reveals an…
Elk Run by Augustana Care is a non-profit, faith based assisted living community in Evergreen that also offers respite services. Respite services are an option for families who need guilt-free time away from caregiving or…
More than 15 million Americans devote time and energy to caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Sometimes the cost of caregiving becomes too high. Caregivers often…
Are you worried about your mother or father as they grow older? Many people believe an older relative needs skilled nursing care, when in fact, an assisted living setting may provide the care they need…
