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When Siblings Disagree: Navigating Family Disagreements About Elderly Parent Care
Family disagreements about elderly parent care are common and painful. Get compassionate, practical tips for finding common ground as a family.

Cheryl Harris
Aug 275 min read


What Do Seniors Need Most? A Guide for Families
If you're caring for an aging parent or spouse, you've probably asked some version of this question...what do seniors need most? The concern usually comes from a place of love mixed with worry. You want to do what is best for your loved one, but with so many things to figure out at once, it can be hard to know what to focus on. First of all, know you're not alone. It is perfectly normal to feel uncertain at times. This article will help you figure out what matters most and pr

Cheryl Harris
Jul 307 min read


How to Stay Involved After Moving a Parent to Assisted Living
Learn practical ways to stay involved after a loved one moves to assisted living. Get tips for family visits, volunteering, support groups, and more.

Cheryl Harris
Jul 153 min read


What to Say When a Parent Wants to Leave Assisted Living or Memory Care: Compassionate Scripts for Families
When a parent wants to leave assisted living or memory care, knowing what to say can be difficult. Discover compassionate scripts to guide the conversation and support your loved one.

Cheryl Harris
Jun 255 min read


What Does a Typical Day in Assisted Living Really Look Like?
Today's assisted living communities are designed to help residents stay active, connected, engaged, and independent for as long as possible. Learn about a typical day and how moving to a community might help support your loved one's physical and emotional health and wellbeing.

Cheryl Harris
Jun 154 min read


Preparing for Senior Living: What to Expect at Every Stage of the Journey
Preparing for senior living can feel overwhelming. Learn the 5 key stages in preparing for senior living that families often experience and how to navigate the senior living process with confidence and support.

Cheryl Harris
May 207 min read


What Does a Senior Living Family Advocate Do? Meet Cheryl.
Is your loved one struggling to stay at home due to aging, dementia, or other health challenges? Learn how I can help support your family as a Senior Living Family Advocate, completely FREE of charge.

Cheryl Harris
Apr 292 min read


Exploring Senior Living Options? Don’t Miss the Bits of Business Expo!
The Bits of Business Expo takes place at the Portage Zhang Senior Center on Friday, April 24th from 9 AM – 1 PM and is completely free and open to the public.

Cheryl Harris
Apr 103 min read


Independent Living vs Senior Apartments: Understanding the Key Differences
Choosing between senior apartments vs independent living often comes down to services, lifestyle, and budget.

Cheryl Harris
Mar 185 min read


Touring Senior Living Communities: What Families Should Really Look For
Touring senior living communities can be overwhelming, but with these tips, you'll know all the questions to ask and what to look for.

Cheryl Harris
Feb 253 min read


Senior Housing Assistance Programs in Kalamazoo County: A Helpful Guide for Families
If finances are tight, this basic guide to senior housing assistance programs in Kalamazoo County can help you find high-quality, affordable housing options.

Cheryl Harris
Feb 124 min read


Our Top 5 Most-Read Blogs of 2025: Trusted Guidance for Families Navigating Aging & Caregiving
To make things easier, we’ve gathered our five most-read blogs of 2025 in one place. It's go-to resource library: save it, share it, and come back whenever you need support.

Cheryl Harris
Jan 273 min read


How Adult Day Care Centers in Kalamazoo Can Support Caregivers
Adult day care centers in Kalamazoo offer caregivers respite to recharge so that your rest isn't at the expense of your loved one's care.

Cheryl Harris
Jan 142 min read


Finding Peace, Comfort, and Joy During the Holidays — Even When It’s Hard
The holidays can be hard. Get these practical, comforting tips to help caregivers and families find peace, joy, and support during the holiday season.

Cheryl Harris
Dec 17, 20254 min read


Understanding Levels of Care in Assisted Living: What Families Need to Know
Almost every assisted living community uses some type of care-level system to describe how much daily support a resident may need.

Cheryl Harris
Dec 12, 20255 min read


What to Look For When You Visit Aging Parents During the Holidays
Visiting aging parents this holiday season? Here are key signs they may need extra support and guidance on what to do next.

Cheryl Harris
Nov 20, 20253 min read


Making the Holidays Special — The First Year in Senior Living
Make your loved one’s first holiday in assisted living special with tips for creating new traditions, joining community events, and finding joy together.

Cheryl Harris
Nov 11, 20252 min read


When “Someday” Becomes “Soon”: Planning Ahead for Assisted Living & Memory Care
Worried about when to move a loved one? Learn why acting early matters, how to start the conversation, and what happens if you wait too long.

Cheryl Harris
Oct 27, 20252 min read


Understanding the 4 Levels of Senior Care
Which One Fits Your Loved One’s Needs? If you’ve started exploring senior care options for your loved one, chances are you’ve already felt overwhelmed by all the terminology. Independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing… What’s the difference? And how do you know what’s the right fit? Take a deep breath. Read on, and it will all make sense. There are four main levels of senior care, each designed to support different needs. Choosing the right one isn’t ju

Cheryl Harris
Oct 14, 20253 min read


What You Need Before Moving a Loved One Into Assisted Living or Memory Care
Before moving a loved one into assisted living or memory care, certain steps are required. Learn about power of attorney, medical records, TB tests, and documents you’ll need for a smooth transition.

Cheryl Harris
Sep 30, 20252 min read
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