Mental Health
Introduction Burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by excessive stressors. It can manifest as feelings of fatigue, hopelessness, and detachment. Burnout can have a major impact on both personal and professional life, making it crucial to detect and address the issue before it gets out
Alternative Approaches to Care
Deciding when to move from assisted living to a nursing home can be challenging. Learn the key signs, including increasing care needs, medical complexity, and safety concerns, that may indicate it's time for a transition. Ensure your loved one receives the right level of care and support.
Behavior Modification
Dealing with sundowner's syndrome in a loved one with dementia can be exhausting for family caregivers. Learn about the causes and symptoms of sundowner's and tips for managing it through medication, environmental and behavioral approaches.
Medical Conditions
A four-part series on the difficult subject of when to end cancer treatment. Exploring the experiences of patients like Sara, who battles metastasized breast cancer and struggles with the decision to continue chemotherapy or seek comfort care through hospice.
Communications and Conversations
Being a family caregiver for an aging parent can be challenging and emotionally taxing. Here are 10 tips for dealing with difficult aging parents and taking care of yourself in the process
Products
Adult diapers are special products designed to provide maximum protection for individuals experiencing urinary and fecal incontinence. As the name implies, adult diapers are specifically designed for adults, however, it is important to note that they may also be used for children and infants with certain medical conditions. These diapers
Alternative Approaches to Care
Getting into assisted living with no money is possible through Medicaid programs, veterans' benefits, low-income housing options, and nonprofit resources. Learn about financial aid solutions that help seniors access needed care without major costs.
Mental Health
What is Burnout? Burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when the demands placed on an individual exceed their ability to cope and manage those demands. Burnout has been linked to numerous mental and health issues such as depression,
Mental Health
An Introduction to Depression Depression is a mood disorder that affects millions of people across the world and can make it difficult to go about everyday life. It can be caused by a number of factors such as genetics, stress, traumatic events, or underlying medical conditions. While depression can effect
Mental Health
It is all too easy to become overwhelmed with the demands of our modern world. We live in an age where stress and exhaustion are seen as badges of honor—overworking ourselves in order to get ahead. Unfortunately, these behaviors can lead to burnout, a state of chronic stress that
Technology
Robots are becoming increasingly popular companions, enabled by AI and robotics advancements. Companion robots can facilitate social connections and offer emotional support in many areas of life.
Alternative Approaches to Care
Assisted living is a type of long-term care that helps people with basic daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility. It is typically for seniors, individuals living with disabilities, or those who need assistance beyond what family members can provide. Many worry about the cost of assisted living,