What is it that gets you out of bed each morning? Most of us have a long list of to-dos that drives us to begin …Read More
Activities for a Person With Dementia to Increase Confidence
August 25, 2023
Category:Caregiver Tips
Managing Incontinence Care in Older Adults
August 18, 2023
It is not something most of us would feel comfortable revealing to others. The truth is, the awkwardness of even bringing up incontinence can be …Read More
Senior Health: Tips for Managing Allergies Safely
July 21, 2023
It’s finally summer! Now that the long, cold winter and wet springtime are over, we can at last get outside. For older loved ones, getting …Read More
How to Be an Effective Senior Advocate During a Hospitalization
July 14, 2023
Whether a loved one is hospitalized for a planned surgery or an unplanned medical emergency, you may be left feeling vulnerable and helpless. You are …Read More
How to Handle a Decrease in Appetite in a Senior Loved One
June 30, 2023
You have just made a huge batch of Mom’s special chili recipe. The house smells yummy, and you cannot wait to eat. However, while you …Read More
Adapt Activities to Help Preserve Independence During Dementia
June 16, 2023
If you’re caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, you might be inclined to do whatever you can for the person to ease the …Read More
Top Caregiving Tips: What to Do About Dementia Shadowing
May 12, 2023
Primary caregivers for people with dementia are often all too familiar with the challenge of trying to take a calm moment or two alone – …Read More
How to Work With Your Pharmacist to Learn About a New Medication
April 28, 2023
You have just left the doctor’s office with Mom. The doctor is forwarding a new medication to the drug store that should be ready as …Read More
Financial Planning for Family Caregivers
April 21, 2023
Providing care for a senior parent is a time-consuming labor of love. It may also have an effect on finances, as family caregivers may decide …Read More
Symptoms That May Indicate a Loved One Might Have Alzheimer’s
February 24, 2023
You can’t quite put your finger on it, but you have begun to observe some differences in Mom’s habits recently. She is a bit more …Read More