For some, the holidays bring joy and anticipation. For others, it’s more a feeling of fear and dread. The holiday season is an important part of our culture here in the United States. Yet every year millions face anticipation as we gear up for the end of year celebrations. While the old saying, “there’s no [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )The holidays are a time for joy and laughter, spending time with family and friends. They can also bring about stress as the family dynamics change. For caregivers and families living with someone with Alzheimer’s, there are ways of celebrating this year and enjoying what you have. Here a few tips to help you enjoy [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Caregiving is 24/7, thankless job that more often than not you just seem to fall into. Your spouse, mom or dad suddenly gets ill or has a medical issue, and you find yourself in a caregiving role. You do need caregiver support in order to make it through this challenging time. You can’t do it [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )When you suddenly find yourself in a caregiving role for a family member, sometimes the transition isn’t an easy one. You may have family history that is unpleasant or disappointing. Maybe you haven’t relied upon each other in the past. Yet now you’re being called on to offer care and support. How do you look [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )When your loved one is first diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it’s hard to understand all that you will be facing over the coming years. As a person moves through the various stages, it might not be noticeable on a day-to-day basis. You adjust to each little thing as it happens, and it’s not easy to see [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Have you started noticing little things around your parents’ home that indicate they might be in need of help? If you’ve ever approached them on the subject, you know how difficult it can be. It’s hard for the both of you to accept that it may be time for a little help. Here are 7 [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )You’ve got cancer. It’s a heart attack. She has Alzheimer’s. Each day, people across the globe are hearing these phrases for the first time. After the initial shock wears off, reality sets in. Who’s going to drive her to the doctor’s office every week? Who’s going to keep her house clean? Who’s going to make [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )More than 27 million caregivers provide care for a family member, averaging about 20 hours of care each week. And this trend is only going to increase as baby boomers age. If you find yourself in a caregiving role, the most important thing you can do is take care of yourself. You owe it to [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )The days are long. Often there is no message of “thanks” or “I appreciate you”. In fact at times it can be down right difficult to make it through the day. The life of a caregiver can be all consuming. In fact family caregivers suffer from major depression much more frequently than the rest of [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )Whether you are taking care of a parent or loved one, or have an in home care giver come into your loved one’s home, there are certain things you should have readily available at all times as the caregiver. Use this checklist to create an information sheet and have it readily available. Tuck one into [...]
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