Growing up, I always imagined marriage as being between two best friends choosing to live their lives together. One of the best parts of that would come after the children grew up, where I pictured us living like two happy frogs on a lily pad, playing house. It has weighed on my heart for years that this is not always a realistic portrayal of aging in place. As a nurse, I’ve seen how it can become more like two frogs on a lily pad playing house and enjoying life as they edge

This Valentine’s Day, I want to talk about a kind of love that doesn’t get enough attention; the quiet, steady devotion between couples who have spent thirty, forty, or fifty years building a life together. We see it every day: a husband who still reaches for his wife’s hand during breakfast, a wife who knows the exact way her husband takes his coffee. These small, sacred routines hold a marriage together. And when one partner starts to need help with daily tasks, the fear of

As the owner of a licensed home care agency, I often help clients and their families plan for the future. Should your loved one receive care at home through a licensed agency or move to an assisted living facility? Both options have merits, but I believe home care offers unique advantages that prioritize comfort, independence, and personalized attention. Let me break down the pros and cons of each to help you decide. The Case for Home Care Staying home means familiar surroun