My sisters and I were fortunate when it came to my parents’ last chapter. Before my father’s Alzheimer’s became obvious to all but my...

First deal with emotions, then the stuff

A nutritionist tries out four popular brands to find the best options for flavor, diet, cost and more.

A possible protective factor for pre-loss grief in informal caregivers

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Hospice care is a special kind of medical and supportive care that focuses on symptom management and emotional support when a patient is...

The documents and discussions you should complete early — before a crisis hits.

Seniors have a lot of chances to plan their retirement years. Many of the options even in this handbook are designed to make us think...

By Nathan Ziegler - Lubbock Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney at The Law Office of Nathan Ziegler & Associates

Finding the right home care worker for your loved one is an important step.

The caregiver’s guide to locating good health care

The range of housing options and varying levels of care offered within senior communities help ensure that every senior will find a...

General questions for all potential patients: • Is your facility licensed? • Has your license ever been revoked? • Are you...

Here's how you can get started planning a celebration of life.

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The Volunteer Center of Lubbock was first established in 1990 to connect volunteers with community needs and to provide nonprofit...

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How widespread is elder financial exploitation? Estimates vary greatly, with studies over the past dozen years reckoning that anywhere...

Exhaustion, both emotional and physical, can put a caregiver in the danger zone.

Simmering rivalries from the past can fuel problems, but frequent communication is key.