Am I Really A Caregiver?
Most people don’t identify themselves as a caregiver. Rather, they think of themselves as a daughter, a son, a parent, a spouse, a grandparent, or…
Most people don’t identify themselves as a caregiver. Rather, they think of themselves as a daughter, a son, a parent, a spouse, a grandparent, or…
In 1789, Ben Franklin said, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” But, we are MUCH more likely to discuss taxes with…
Frequently falling, mismanaging your money, or staring into space? Find out if you should be concerned about Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Dementia…
Both of my parents left their families behind in pursuit of their dreams. They met each other in the desert oasis of Las Vegas where…
We’ve all seen the articles and statistics; elder abuse is on the rise in America. In fact, in 2008, there were 21,000 reported cases of elder abuse…
Providing ongoing care for a loved one with chronic health conditions can be challenging. Despite the best intentions, caregivers are often called upon to perform…
Many seniors today say that they would prefer to stay in their homes, or “age in place,” for as long as possible. But as people…
Caring for loved ones who have dementia at home comes with safety concerns. In addition to other health challenges, they may have visual-perceptual and physical…
I was in my late 40s when I realized that “What?” was becoming an increasingly common word in my vocabulary. My family teased me about…
We aren’t born knowing how to communicate with a person with dementia—but we can learn. Improving your communication skills will help make caregiving less stressful…