
5 Ways to Avoid Holiday Stress for Caregivers
What do you wish for most this holiday season? Good health for your loved ones? Financial security? Peace on earth? What if you could eliminate
What do you wish for most this holiday season? Good health for your loved ones? Financial security? Peace on earth? What if you could eliminate
No one wants to spend any more time than necessary in the hospital. The aim is to get the necessary treatment or procedure over with
Salt and pepper. Macaroni and cheese. Peanut butter and jelly. Some things are simply designed to go together. One combination you want to avoid, however,
What were your thoughts when selecting the outfit you put on this morning? Comfort? Style? A particular memory attached to a piece of clothing? The
You both promised to care for one another through better or worse, in sickness and in health. When these cherished sentiments are first spoken on
If you have ever played music on vinyl records, you know that the needle does not always track smoothly. Occasionally a small bit of dust
Most people only consider the cognitive effects of dementia in older adults. And while cognitive decline may be the foremost symptom, there are unexpected effects
Dedicating your time to caring for an older loved one often means that other relationships may have to take a back seat. After all, there
Do you remember how important alone time was for you as a teenager? The peace you felt in your place of solace where you could
Changes in weight and eating habits are not unusual as people grow older. Medication side effects, dental problems, less physical activity as a result of
Dementia is unpredictable, to say the least. It can transform a person’s mood, personality, and behaviors quickly. When you’re at home caring for a loved
The big day has arrived: Dad’s first day with his new caregiver! If your family is similar to many, you might be feeling a range