The days of “take two aspirin and call me in the morning” have transformed into “take two of these…and two of these…and maybe one of…
Is Your Senior Loved One Overmedicated?
June 15, 2022
Category: Caregiver Tips
Watch for These Signs That Could Point to Senior Mobility Issues
June 7, 2022
Benjamin Franklin certainly had it right: An ounce of prevention is really worth a pound of cure. When it comes to noticing and addressing senior…
Top Excuses Alzheimer’s Caregivers Often Make
May 13, 2022
“You can make it, but it’s easier if you don’t have to do it alone.” – Betty Ford We all know that no single person…
Common Caregiver Issues and How to Be a Better Advocate
May 3, 2022
Trusting someone you love into the care of someone else is not easy, especially for a senior member of the family. Whether at home or…
When Worry Over the Cost of Care Keeps Seniors from Getting the Help They Need
April 21, 2022
A lot of today’s older adults grew up during the Great Depression. They lived through a period when the country was cutting corners and pinching…
Reminiscence Therapy for Dementia Helps Seniors Spark Joy
April 13, 2022
Memory loss and dementia might seem synonymous. However, it is crucial to realize that long-term memory frequently remains intact long into the progression of the…
What to Do When Feeling Unappreciated as a Family Caregiver
April 7, 2022
From the moment you woke up this morning until the end of an exhausting day, you’ve given your all to the family member you care…
The Dual Purposes of Family Caregiver Journaling
March 7, 2022
A lot of us are jotting down notes all of the time: grocery lists, appointments, meetings, to-do reminders, events…the list goes on and on. If…
When to Seek Guardianship for Aging Parents
March 2, 2022
In a perfect world, our family relationships would all be positive and helpful. We would manage transitional times smoothly, cooperatively, and without any disagreement. As…
Yes, You Can Be a Better Care Advocate for Your Aging Parent
February 28, 2022
“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” – Dr. Seuss, The Lorax Serving as…