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.
Tips for Helping Your Parent Cope with IBS When Out of the Home
For those living with IBS, It may seem as though they are always thinking about their symptoms and when and if they will occur. Pain, urgency, bloating, and other symptoms can be uncomfortable and even embarrassing, and your parent may struggle to cope with them,...
Why Is Respite Care Something You Need to Consider?
If you’re not keeping respite care on the front burner as a caregiver, you might want to reconsider. It’s important to your mental and emotional health, but you might still be reluctant to give it a full try. You’re Not a Robot Robots...
Could Certain Foods and Drinks Trigger Incontinence for Your Senior?
Dealing with incontinence is not a fun issue, but once your senior realizes that some of her food and drink choices can contribute, that might mean some changes. Keeping a food diary can help determine which foods and drinks are triggering for your elderly family...
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...