The Ups and Downs of Caregiving as an Only Child

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 all the attention and love of your parents. As an adult with no siblings, however, you may now find that it’s your turn to provide all the care and attention […]

Understanding How to Balance Senior Care With a Job

It’s a delicate balancing act. On the one hand, you’ve got your job, which provides you purpose, fulfillment, and of course, a source of income. On the other hand, you are caring for someone you love. Attempting to give 100% to both these crucial roles can leave you mentally and physically emptied, with little if […]

Help for Caregivers: Top Tips to Overcome Stress

Serving as a family care provider for an older adult is definitely an act of love. And even though it may certainly be rewarding, it may also quickly become overwhelming, as a consequence of: The physical challenges of a chronic health condition The cognitive challenges of dementia Feeling helpless and unable to fix the senior’s […]