Failing New Year's Resolutions 101
Whether or not it's a conscious thought, many of us look at a new year as a time to make changes in our lives. We become energized for a few days.
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Seven Ways to Communicate With Declining Elders
Communicating with people who are losing their abilities to communicate well can seem challenging but it can be done with compassion. First of all,
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5 Tips to Ease Discussions with Elders about Housing
As you watch your parents or other beloved elders age, sometimes worry becomes inevitable. Should they have housing upgrades? Can they continue to
Is it Alzheimer's, a different type of dementia or something else entirely?
Is it Alzheimer's disease? As people age, the rapid mental recall of youth often fades. Yet most aging adults have wisdom and life experience to
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Home for the holidays and worried about an older relative? Make observations, not assumptions
If you’re worried about older loved ones’ ability to care for themselves, try starting a conversation with nonjudgmental questions. MoMo
Christmas Visits Can Reveal Elders' Loneliness
Researchers in the United Kingdom have found that elderly people are more likely to be moved into a care home after spending time with their
Caregiver Burnout: A Pervasive Problem
....My mom passed two years ago and my dad hasn’t done well since. Recently he had a stroke. My sister, who lives 1,000 miles away, came out for
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Where Is the Line Between Caregiver Stress and Burnout?
Photo image Richard Jaimes Every person who becomes a caregiver will have unique personality traits, yet we nearly always share certain feelings and
Adult Day Care Can Fill a Gap for Seniors and Their Caregivers
Photo credit Vlad Sargu Most seniors are keen on staying in their homes as they age, but family caregivers often struggle to meet their loved ones’
Keeping Older Adults Busy and Active
Photo credit Manjd Mason As caregivers, we strive to meet all our loved ones’ needs. We give medication reminders, cook meals, manage doctor’s
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Should You Go Along With the Realities of Someone Living with Dementia?
It was not unlike any other day, but on this particular afternoon, Dad was adamant. He was waiting for his medical degree from the University of
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Caregiver or Care Partner? What Evolving Terminology Means
Decades ago, when I began my caregiving life, I just did what I did. I’m not sure I was referred to as anything other than the daughter, the
Caregiving During the Holidays: Have a Realistic & Positive Approach
Photo credit Natalia y There’s an image of holiday perfection that our culture encourages. Starting with Thanksgiving, we are inundated with images
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GrandPad: One-of-a-kind Tablet/Phone for Older Adults Surprisingly Flexible
Dear Readers: You may have heard of the GrandPad, a uniquely designed, purpose-built tablet for older adults that’s an international hit. A fun
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Photo credit Alev Takil ...Caregivers must never forget that there is a major difference between caring for elders and children. Children are just