Resources
VA Benefits for Surviving Spouses (Caregiver Guide)
What VA benefits are available to surviving spouses? Learn about pensions, Aid and Attendance, and financial support options for caregivers after a veteran’s death.
Diane Carbo
Vascular Dementia
Vascular Dementia Symptoms
Learn about the different types of vascular dementia, including multi-infarct dementia and Binswanger's disease, and their symptoms such as memory loss, difficulty with daily tasks, and psychomotor slowness.
Medical Conditions
Understanding Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence affects millions of people worldwide, but it doesn't have to control your life.Take charge of your bladder health and live a more confident life and be able to control urination.
Aging In Place
VA Aid and Attendance: How Caregivers Can Get Paid and Get Help at Home
VA Aid and Attendance can help pay for caregiving at home. Learn who qualifies, how much it pays, and how to apply for this valuable veterans benefit.
Dementia Care Secrets Podcast
When Do The Symptoms Of Dementia Affect Driving?
This episode discusses the impact of dementia on driving abilities. Driving is an essential part of life for many older adults, providing them with independence and freedom. However, dementia can significantly affect a person's capacity to drive safely, even if they have been diagnosed with early symptoms. While
Dementia Care Secrets Podcast
Alzheimer’s Disease And The Benefits Of Pets
View All Episodes In this episode of the Dementia Care Secrets podcast, host Diane Carbo discusses the benefits of emotional support for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. She emphasizes that emotional support, including various types of animals such as dogs, birds, and fish, can provide unconditional
Stress Management
Caregiver Burnout: Signs, Symptoms, and How to Recover
Caregiver burnout can affect your health, relationships, and ability to care. Learn the signs, symptoms, and practical steps to recover and protect yourself.
Dementia Care Secrets Podcast
How To Prevent Dementia? (Chris Hemsworth)
Chris Hemsworth, the 39-year-old actor known for his roles in movies like Extraction, Thor, and the Avengers, recently worked on a documentary series called "Limitless" for Disney Plus and National Geographic. The series focuses on combating aging and maximizing the body's potential. In the
Types of Dementia
Understanding the Early Stage of Dementia
Understanding dementia is the first step to make informed decisions. Many family caregivers do not realize the negative impact taking care of someone can have on their health and finances. Many become socially isolated while providing care.
Professional Services
Survey: Nearly Half of All Nurses Would Choose a Different Career if They Could 'Do it all Over'
A recent survey of over 8,000 nurses nationwide shows that nearly half of them would choose a different career if they could start all over again. The survey highlights the growing issues of burnout and dissatisfaction among nurses, as well as the impending nursing shortage facing the nation.
Dementia Care Secrets Podcast
Alzheimer's And The Holidays
The podcast discusses the challenges that caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and dementia face during the holiday season. It acknowledges that holidays can bring increased stress and anxiety, and these feelings can be amplified when caring for a loved one with dementia. Many caregivers tend to stop
Professional Services
Certified Aging in Place Specialist: Home Modifications to Age in Place
Mike Shina of Windsong Properties in Somerset, Georgia offers expert advice on universal home design and easy modifications to accommodate changing needs.