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Power Outage Plan for Seniors With Medical Equipment (Including PSPS Shutoffs)

If your parent relies on an oxygen concentrator, CPAP, powered wheelchair, hospital bed, or refrigerated medications, a power outage...

Heat Wave Safety for Seniors: Warning Signs and How to Keep a Parent Cool

Older adults are more vulnerable to heat because aging reduces the body’s ability to sense and regulate temperature, and...

Earthquake Preparedness for Seniors: A California Checklist

For older adults in California, earthquake preparedness means securing the home to prevent injuries, keeping at least a week...

Wildfire Evacuation Plan for Seniors in Southern California

Older adults are among the most vulnerable in wildfires because they may need more time to leave, rely on...

Your Parent Just Fell at Home: The First 48 Hours in San Diego

  Quick answer: When a parent falls at home in San Diego, the first 48 hours determine whether they...

12 Caregiver Red Flags Families Shouldn’t Ignore

Most caregiver problems are about fit or communication and can be fixed quickly, but some warning signs need immediate...

Male or Female Caregiver? How to Decide for Your Parent

Many older adults feel more comfortable with a caregiver of the same gender, especially for bathing, dressing and toileting,...

Should You Tip Your Parent’s Caregiver? Gifts, Holidays and Etiquette

Tipping isn’t expected for in-home caregivers, and many licensed agencies have policies limiting cash tips and gifts to protect...

Setting House Rules With an In-Home Caregiver (With a Sample List)

Clear house rules help caregivers do their best work and prevent misunderstandings. Cover the basics in writing before the...