There are many ways to modify the home that can help a loved one manage the challenges of Alzheimer’s better.
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Taking Care of YOU: 8 Ways to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
Here are eight feel-good ways to alleviate stress, take care of you and potentially avoid caregiver blowout.
Caregivers and the Holidays: A Holiday Safety Gift Guide for Aging Loved Ones
The best caregiver gifts this holiday season are those that add safety and convenience to your loved one’s daily living environment.
Thanksgiving: How to Celebrate with Seniors this Year
The good news is that Thanksgiving is not ruined. There are still many safe ways to celebrate the holiday while giving thanks this year.
Tips Every Dementia and Alzheimer’s Caregiver Needs to Know
People suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer’s often require a caregiver to get through the day to help with sometimes even the simplest of tasks. As a caregiver, here are some tips to help you on a day-to-day basis during this progression.
Everything You Need to Know About Healthcare Proxys
A healthcare proxy is a legal document designating another person (a proxy) to take over your healthcare decisions if you can’t make them yourself.
5 Ways Technology is Helping Seniors Age in Place
The introduction of new technology and devices makes aging in the home easier while improving well-being, health and safety.
Caregivers Need Self Care Too
For most caregivers, the health of their loved ones takes precedence above all else — including their own. If you find yourself constantly putting your needs on the back burner, then this guide is for you.
How to Determine the Type of Care Your Loved One Needs
Do you know when your parents will need some additional care? They aren’t likely to tell you that they need help.
Spotting Early Signs of Dementia
What is Dementia? Dementia refers to a number of symptoms that affect thinking, memory and social abilities so much that it negatively impacts your daily life. Several types of diseases can cause dementia. Although people with dementia are known to have memory loss, memory loss can still be caused by something else. Having memory loss does not automatically mean that you have dementia. In older adults, the most common cause…