There is really no such thing as a “regular day” in the life of someone with dementia – or, for the person caring for them. …Read More
Category: Caregiver Tips
Know the Signs and Symptoms of a Urinary Tract Infection in Aging Adults
April 15, 2022
Itching. Burning. Urgency. If you’ve ever had the misfortune of suffering from a urinary tract infection (UTI), you recognize these symptoms all too well. For …Read More
Fun and Engaging Activities for People with Alzheimer’s
March 25, 2022
Continuing to be active and involved in meaningful pastimes is crucial to our mental health. We all need to feel both successful and needed. This …Read More
How to Encourage Siblings to Share in the Care for Aging Parents
March 18, 2022
Many hands make light work, according to the old saying, and that’s certainly true when it comes to providing care for aging parents. If you …Read More
Understanding Delirium in Older Adults and Tips for Treatment
February 25, 2022
With its similarities to dementia, delirium is often a complicated problem to understand and manage. Older people tend to be at risk of delirium, so …Read More
Understanding Depression in Older Adults
January 28, 2022
After spending time with relatives and revisiting treasured traditions and memories over the holiday season, it is typical for a feeling of wistfulness and sorrow …Read More
Caregiver Journaling: 7 Key Things to Record When a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s
January 21, 2022
Keeping a journal is growing in popularity, for many different reasons. Far from the “Dear Diary” days of our adolescence, it’s so much more than …Read More
What to Expect When Taking on the Role of Family Caregiver
December 10, 2021
It may well have begun informally, with just a little help from time to time. Grabbing some things at the grocery store for your aging …Read More
How to Adapt Holiday Activities for Seniors with Alzheimer’s
December 3, 2021
The constraints of the COVID pandemic impacted last year’s holiday season, leaving many families isolated from one another. Thankfully, this year families have the ability …Read More
Caring for a Family Member with Late Stage Parkinson’s Disease: Part 3 of 3
November 12, 2021
A Parkinson’s diagnosis affects family members along with the person who is afflicted. Understanding what to anticipate as the illness progresses is the key to …Read More