Dementia care involves both empathy and creativity to manage a number of complex behaviors and effects, and that is particularly true with regards to incontinence,…
Managing Incontinence with Alzheimer’s Disease
March 19, 2020
Category: Caregiver Tips
How to Effectively Manage Emotions in Caregiving
March 12, 2020
If you are feeling somewhat overwhelmed in your role as caregiver, take heart; you are in good company. Providing help for a senior loved one…
Agitation, A Common Challenge of Dementia, Can Be Minimized with These 5 Easy Tips
February 17, 2020
Agitation is one of the more difficult challenges of dementia, and can be incredibly complex for family members to manage. It is important to take…
For Caregivers: 5 Easy Steps for Hosting Successful Family Meetings
February 5, 2020
“It takes a village” was never a truer statement than when applied to being a caregiver for an adult loved one. And, it’s necessary for…
Seniors and Dehydration: Warning Signs and Tips to Help
January 3, 2020
Did you know…approximately 50% of all older adults are chronically under-hydrated, based on a new study conducted at UCLA? Not just that, but seniors over age…
What Every Elder Care Advocate Needs to Ask the Doctor
Of the many responsibilities a family caregiver faces, possibly one of the most daunting is managing health problems. The National Council on Aging estimates that around…
Five Meaningful Resolutions Every Caregiver Needs
December 9, 2019
If you’re among the 8% of Americans who actually accomplish their New Year’s resolution goals, well done! However, if you’re like the majority of us,…
Dementia Communication – Try These Nonverbal Techniques With Seniors
November 12, 2019
Communicating with an older adult struggling with all the challenges of Alzheimer’s, especially in the middle and later stages, can be frustrating – both for…
The Actual Health Benefits of Laughter for Seniors
November 6, 2019
Have you ever felt yourself about to bubble over with irrepressible laughter, at the most awkward moment – in a crowded elevator, a silent waiting…