The fact that caring for an older or disabled loved one can cause stress and depression is often written about, but a new study shows…
Can Caregiving Actually MAKE You HEALTHIER?
December 17, 2013
Category: Caregivers
Happy Mother’s Day!
May 8, 2012
Did you know that most family caregivers are women caring for their aging mothers? This Mother’s Day we honor all of the mothers in our…
It’s Social Worker Month!
March 12, 2012
We love our Social Workers! Continuum has been based on a social work model since its founding ten years ago. This has served our company,…
Caring for the Caregiver is Crucial
February 9, 2012
Here is another real-life example of how important it is to care for the caregiver. While caring for her dying husband, this woman did not…
Spotlight on Caregiver Excellence
February 25, 2011
One of our clients is a big fan of The Glenn Beck Program, and when her caregiver Lucy learned that one of her dreams was…
Recognizing Stress and the Effects of Overload
June 8, 2010
Can you recognize the stress in your life? How well do you handle it? Heightened levels of stress and tension which go untreated can only…
Reducing Caregiver Burnout
June 7, 2010
When caring for others, it is important to keep from neglecting yourself. Maintaining a healthy balance between responsibility and recreation allows you to give greater…
Alternative Methods to Manage Arthritis Pain
April 5, 2010
While different people respond better to different therapies, your doctor may suggest alternatives like: WARM AND COLD THERAPY — Heat therapy, such as a warm…
Questions to ask before moving an aging loved ones into institutional care
March 6, 2010
If given the option, most people would choose to live in their own homes with some help, rather than move to an institutional setting. Here…
Exercise at 80 – A Little Goes a Long Way
February 6, 2010
The truth is, that the functional decline many older adults experience has less to do with aging and more to do with leading a sedentary…