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
Perhaps you remember having “the talk” with your parents about those cringeworthy pre-teen topics. If you thought that was uncomfortable, brace yourself for “the talk”
Wouldn’t it be helpful if there was a dementia care manual, with step-by-step information on what to expect at each stage of the disease? While
If you think PTSD only happens to those who have experienced life-threatening danger, think again. PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) can arise after any traumatic experience
It wasn’t that long ago that we were isolating from one another to protect against spreading COVID-19. The elderly were particularly vulnerable, so additional precautions
When providing care for a family member with dementia, it’s important to remind yourself that you ARE capable, you ARE doing an excellent job, and
If you haven’t been making yourself a priority over the last year, you’re not alone. Most caregivers face countless mental, financial and logistical hurdles when
Sleep issues and dementia often go hand in hand, especially when awareness of time and time of day deteriorate. As the rest of the household
But at what point do you decide to get your loved one more help than you can provide? You want them to keep their way of life,
As we age, we often experience normal changes in our sleeping patterns, such as becoming sleepy earlier, waking up earlier, or experiencing less deep sleep.
