Jennifer Benjamin, Co-Founder of Family First Home Companions, is a certified dementia practitioner dedicated to helping Long Island seniors stay independent, safe, and supported at home.
How Safe Is the Kitchen at Your Senior’s Home?
Most people regard kitchens as the heart of the home, but they can also be dangerous rooms for your aging adult. Here are some steps you can take to make the kitchen safer for your senior. Appliances Have Special Needs The kitchen is full of appliances...
5 Tips for Family Caregivers During Hospital Visits
It’s not uncommon for an elderly adult to spend a few days in the hospital, whether for an emergency or a planned surgery or something in between. Family caregivers are often at their loved one’s bedside through their stay. They provide the seniors with support, elder...
How to Talk about Going to the Doctor with a Senior Who Doesn’t Want to Go
Many aging adults don’t want to go to the doctor. Maybe they’ve had bad experiences with doctors or they’re afraid of what they might hear, but if your senior won’t go, you need a structured approach to the problem. Talk about it...
Simple Ways to Keep Your Parent’s Routine Organized
Routine and predictability are important for elderly adults, particularly those who are dealing with cognitive functioning decline. But even if your parent is not struggling with these challenges, a routine can help them to experience structure and to feel more in...

