There are specific milestones we might encounter in our lives that, though not automatically negative, are known stressors. Losing a job. Starting a new job….
How Family Therapy Eases the Mental Effects of Caregiving
February 17, 2021
Category: Caregivers
Aging with Dignity: Tips for Caregivers
January 14, 2021
It is easy to get swept up in the day-to-day tasks of caregiving for a senior you love. There is so much to be done,…
Depression in Caregiving: Reduce Your Risk
October 21, 2019
There’s no question that it’s a great honor to care for those we love. Family caregivers experience a closeness and bond with those in their…
St. Louis Caregiver Safety: Avoid Caregiving Injuries with These Tips.
August 6, 2019
Even though the ultimate goal is to increase safety and health for the aging adults they love, St. Louis caregivers, unfortunately, often wind up diminishing…
Senior Care Tips: How to Avoid Crossing the Line From Motivation to Bullying
July 3, 2019
As a family caregiver, you no doubt experience a variety of feelings during the day: shared laughter over a joke with a senior loved one;…
Senior Care in St. Louis: The Importance of Positivity to Overcome Caregiver Stress
June 20, 2019
Our facial expressions divulge so much to people around us, and when you’re experiencing an unusual degree of stress, well-meaning friends and family will surely…
Top Tips for Aging Adults to Get the Most Out of Doctor Appointments
June 13, 2019
On any particular day, a doctor usually has approximately 20 patients to see – in addition to telephone calls, paperwork, and other administrative responsibilities. It…
The #1 Fear As a Family Caregiver and How to Overcome It
June 6, 2019
“Of course Dad can move in with me!” Increasingly more family care providers are making this commendable choice each and every day, signifying the beginning…
Caring for Someone With Dementia: Why It Takes a Village
March 13, 2019
While an incredible number of seniors are dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease, an even greater number of family members are struggling with caring…
Home Care Services in St. Louis: Making a Marriage Work Amongst Strains of Senior Care
February 10, 2019
In marriage, we consent to stick together for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health – but what doesn’t come…