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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


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


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


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


Forgiveness in Caregiving
Caregiving can bring up complicated emotions. Forgiveness doesn't fix everything overnight—but it can open the door to more grace, more clarity, and more peace as you move forward.

Cheryl Harris
Jul 10, 20252 min read


Let’s Talk About Caregiver Guilt
If you’re a caregiver feeling overwhelmed with guilt about considering assisted living or memory care for a loved one, you’re not alone. In this blog, Cheryl Harris, Senior Living Family Advocate, shares real stories, compassionate insights, and practical tips to help you navigate the emotional weight of caregiving decisions.

Cheryl Harris
May 29, 20253 min read


What to Expect When Your Loved One Moves into a Senior Living Community
Moving a loved one? This guide helps you navigate the first month with realistic expectations and compassionate communication.

Cheryl Harris
Mar 30, 20253 min read
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