Get ready…the holiday season is here! Even though there are plenty of people who thrive on the frenzied pace of celebrations and parties, there are…
Helping Introverted Seniors Stay Socially Engaged
November 2, 2022
Category: Caregiver Tips
Using Food to Connect With a Loved One Who Has Dementia
October 11, 2022
If there is one thing that connects us all, it is food! Think about how many precious memories have been made over the years that…
A New Cancer Treatment Is Eliminating Tumors
October 4, 2022
Fall is typically the start to cold and flu season, which is also the time our immune systems get a good workout. Thankfully, our natural…
Improve a Senior’s Memory With These Simple, Effective Tips
September 14, 2022
Remember memorizing the order of the colors of the rainbow in elementary school? Many of us were introduced to Roy G. Biv to master this…
Being a Partner, Not a Parent, Throughout Spousal Caregiving
September 6, 2022
If you’re in a successful, lasting relationship, you know that it calls for compromise, commitment, and sacrifice. The happiest relationships are those in which both…
Tips for Downsizing for a Senior With Dementia
August 24, 2022
You have determined the family home is just way too much for your mother and father to take care of. A small home became available…
Overcoming Isolation as a Caregiver
August 16, 2022
Who would imagine that spending a great deal of time being a caregiver for someone else could also cause you to feel incredibly alone? The…
Get Creative When Adding More Fruits and Veggies to a Senior’s Diet
August 3, 2022
If you’re preparing meals for a senior who prefers carbs to carrots (and honestly – who doesn’t?), you may find it challenging to see that…
Broken Heart Syndrome and How to Help Those Who are Grieving
July 14, 2022
In his documentary about grief, George Shelley uses an analogy of glitter. Toss a handful of glitter into the air, and it is going to…
Time Management Tips for Family Caregivers
June 22, 2022
If today’s to-dos seem like much more than you can possibly fit into 24 short hours, you’re not alone! Family caregivers are often inundated with…