In an ideal world, we might perfectly compartmentalize our caregiving duties, sticking to a routine that met the requirements of a senior, while allowing enough…
Tips to Manage Difficult Aging Parents’ Caregiving Issues
July 8, 2020
Category: Family Caregiving
Tips to Manage Caregiver Stress
June 12, 2020
Caregiver stress is bound to happen, and in fact, not necessarily a negative thing. After all, as the saying goes, “A diamond is just a…
How to Find Strength and Learn Healthy Caregiver Coping Habits in a Time of Crisis
June 5, 2020
Times of crisis can sometimes bring out both the very best and the very worst in us as caregivers. During the coronavirus pandemic, we have…
Top COVID-19 Resources for Seniors and Family Caregivers
May 5, 2020
Being aware of where to turn for the current, most reliable info on COVID-19, especially as it pertains to seniors and those who care for…
Using Journaling in Alzheimer’s Caregiving for Better Results
April 13, 2020
Alzheimer’s caregiving is a fluid, ever-evolving undertaking. One day may be calm and peaceful, with the individual taking pleasure in activities, eating healthy meals, and…
Seniors and Medications: Avoid These Common Aging-Related Issues
April 6, 2020
A recent study of over 2,000 older adults reveals that an astonishing 87% take one or more prescription drugs, and a full 36% are taking…
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…
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…
What Every Elder Care Advocate Needs to Ask the Doctor
January 3, 2020
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,…