“I’m going to clean the bathrooms more regularly.” “I’m going to force myself to run three miles every day.” “I’m going to eat more celery …Read More
Category: Family Caregiver
Key Signs to Watch for in Elderly Loved Ones During the Holiday Season
November 17, 2023
Ready or not, the holiday season has arrived! As you get ready for family get-togethers, there’s something more to consider besides which gifts to buy, …Read More
Prioritizing Self-Care for Family Caregivers
November 3, 2023
If you have ever felt unrecognized and underappreciated in your role as family caregiver, this month is for you! November is National Family Caregivers Month, …Read More
The Leading Challenges Faced by Family Caregivers
October 20, 2023
Caring for your aging parents is a remarkably rewarding act of love. As you think about the care they provided for you when you were …Read More
The Ups and Downs of Caregiving as an Only Child
October 13, 2023
Being an only child has its perks. During childhood, you never had to experience sibling rivalry or fights, and you had the benefit of getting …Read More
Connecting With Confidence: Overcoming Discomfort With Alzheimer’s
September 8, 2023
A diagnosis of dementia may also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though remaining social continues to be vitally important for people with dementia, various factors …Read More
Confidence-Boosting Activities for Someone With Dementia
August 25, 2023
What is it that gets you out of bed every day? Most of us have a long list of to-dos that drives us to begin …Read More
Incontinence Caregiving Tips for Family Members
August 18, 2023
It is not something the majority of us would feel comfortable revealing to others. In fact, the awkwardness of even talking about incontinence is often …Read More
How to Respond When a Family Member Critiques Your Caregiving
May 19, 2023
“You never…” “You should…” “Don’t do it that way!” As a caregiver for an older parent, you work selflessly to offer care for your loved …Read More
Tips for Building Retirement Savings for Caregivers
April 21, 2023
Caring for a senior parent is a time-consuming labor of love. It can also influence financial resources, as family caregivers may decide to take unpaid …Read More