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Solutions for Dementia Vision Problems

Dementia can cause a variety of visual problems, including hallucinations, illusions, misperceptions, and misidentifications. Learn about solutions such as eye care, environmental adaptations, and color changes that can help improve visual health for those with dementia.

Need Dementia Activity Suggestions for My Mother in Middle Stage of Dementia

Need Dementia Activity Suggestions for My Mother in Middle Stage of Dementia.Are there any other activities I could do with her? She has dementia and doesn't have hand eye coordination

Navigating Common Behaviors of Dementia: An Essential Guide for Caregivers

In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the different aspects of dementia-related behaviors and provide practical tips and strategies to help you navigate the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia.

The Rise of Caregiver Robots: Exploring the Impact of Automated Caregiving

Imagine a world where caregiver robots assist human caregivers in providing personalized care for older adults, disabled individuals, and even children. The future is not far off, and it promises to revolutionize the way we approach caregiving.

Gifts for Seniors

Thinking of gifts for aging seniors can be difficult, but with a little planning and creativity, you can find the perfect present. From homemade coupons to safety devices, discover gift ideas that cater to the unique needs and interests of your senior family member.

Studies Reveal What You Can Do To Slow Dementia

A new study shows evidence that caregivers can slow the decline of dementia in patients by using positive coping strategies. Learn about problem-focused coping and other techniques for reducing stress and improving the care environment for dementia sufferers on Caregiverrelief.com

Negative Effects of Sleep Deprivation in Caregivers Can Be Reversed in 30 Minutes

Caregiver statistics show that sleep deprivation is rampant among caregivers. Learn about the negative effects and good news on the horizon for those who are exhausted at the end of the day. A new study shows that a 30-minute nap can decrease stress and improve the immune system.

Is Sleep Apnea Sleeping Disorder Disrupting Your Plan To Age With Grace?

Learn about sleep apnea, a common sleep disorder that affects aging men more than women. Discover the two types of sleep apnea, the signs, and how to correct it to improve your health and aging experience. Treatments include CPAP, weight loss, oral appliances, and more.

Dealing with Dementia and Alzheimer's

Feeling overwhelmed from caring for a loved one with dementia? Alzheimer's support groups can provide access to professional counselors, doctors, and others experiencing the same difficulties.

Health Care Proxy-Should We Place a Lot of Importance on It?

Learn about the importance of appointing a health care proxy or durable power of attorney for medical and financial decisions. Discover how to communicate your wishes through advanced directives and the steps to take in naming a trusted individual. Learn more at Caregiver Relief.

Loss of Memory- Signs of Dementia?

Memory loss is a common sign of dementia, but it can also be caused by other factors such as alcohol abuse, high blood pressure, and emotional trauma. Learn about the early warning signs of dementia and how to test for memory loss with the SLUMS and MMSE tests.

Challenges of Being A Caregiver : Taking Care of the Smallest to the Greatest

In this personal blog post, the author shares her journey as a caregiver and the struggles she faced in balancing her personal well-being with taking care of her family. She encourages others to make a list and take one small step towards self-care and happiness.

Signs that You Need to Increase the Level of Care Provided

Learn about the various signs that may indicate a loved one needs more help in the home. From physical difficulties to financial struggles and cognitive changes, this guide covers a range of indicators to watch for.

The Difference Between Conservatorship vs. Guardianship

Learn about the legal differences between conservatorship and guardianship for aging family members and the responsibilities of a guardian and conservator. Understand how the terms are used in different states and the importance of planning ahead with legal paperwork.

Dealing With Aging Parents : Medication Non Compliance

Dealing with aging parents can be a delicate balancing act, especially when it comes to managing their medications. In this blog post, we explore the challenges of non-compliance and the emotional toll it takes on family dynamics and caregiving.

What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Dementia?

Learn about the signs and symptoms of dementia, including memory loss, difficulty retaining new information, and changes in personality and behavior. Early detection and treatment can help delay symptoms and improve quality of life.

Praying my Scottish neighbor goes out singing like 'Seven Songs for a Long Life' hospice film

Discover Strathcarron Hospice, a unique care center in Scotland that empowers patients to celebrate life through music and community. Watch the documentary "Seven Songs for a Long Life" and see how this hospice is changing the way we think about caring for the dying.

Over the Counter Medications Causing Dementia? Are You Increasing Your Risk?

According to a recent study by the Group Health Research Institute, long-term use of anticholinergic drugs may increase the risk of developing dementia. Learn about the medications that may be in your medicine cabinet and how to lower your risk. Consult with your primary care provider for guidance.

Receiving the New Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Dementia

Learn about the realities and emotions of receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease, and find ways to support and cope with a loved one who has been affected. Personal insights from a family member and caregiver.

Medication Safety: Aging Adults are Vulnerable to Medication Errors

As we age, our bodies respond differently to medications. Learn about the potential risks and how to stay safe with medication use as an aging adult. Tips for identifying reactions and drug interactions, keeping a medication list, and being an educated healthcare consumer.

Seniors and Voting : Miss Alma Says "Get Out to Vote"

Meet Miz Alma, a 79-year-old Meals on Wheels client with more spunk and fervor for life than most people half her age. Learn about her dedication to voting and how she inspires others to make their voices heard in this heartwarming story by Judy Morton.

Communications With Dementia: Touch vs Talk

Learn how to improve communication with a loved one with dementia by using touch and simple commands. Discover tips for managing challenging behaviors, developing routines, and practicing mindful living to decrease stress in the home.

Early Onset Alzheimer’s or Familial Alzheimer’s Disease

Learn about Early Onset Alzheimer's Disease (EOAD) symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Understand the genetic disorder that primarily affects people in their 40s and 50s and why early diagnosis is important.

Lack of Freedom in Senior Care Centers- The Controllers

As I sat in rush hour traffic, I couldn't help but think about the parallel between the lack of freedom for dogs on a leash and the lack of choice for seniors in care homes. Read my thoughts on this issue and how we can advocate for individuality and freedom for our older generation.

States Are Caring for the Family Caregiver. How Does Your State Rate?

As the largest pillar of the long-term care system, family caregivers provide unpaid care worth $450 billion each year. Learn about the CARE Act and how states are working to support these caregivers and improve patient outcomes.

Don’t Miss These 10 Tips for the Senior Driver

As a senior driver, it's important to take responsibility and be self-aware of your limitations. Consider changing your driving habits, planning ahead, and making adjustments to your vehicle. Learn more tips for staying safe on the road in our latest blog post.

It's "National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day." And here is why their own special day is needed

May 17th is National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day, an initiative to recognize and support the aging LGBT population. With an estimated 3 million LGBT people over 55 in the US, it's important to address the unique challenges and needs of this community, including elder care sensitive to gay culture.

Tips to Overcoming Your Parents Refusal for Senior Assistance At Home

Navigating resistance to senior assistance at home can be challenging. Learn how to communicate effectively and empower your aging family member to maintain control over their life with these tips and strategies. Avoid common pitfalls and work towards a positive outcome for everyone involved.

Selfish vs. Taking Care of Yourself : A Caregiver’s Disclosure

Caring for a loved one can be a rigorous and exhausting process. Learn how to set boundaries and take care of yourself while still providing the best possible care for your family member or partner. Don't be hard on yourself for feeling selfish, it's a normal part of the caregiving journey.

Certified Aging in Place Specialist Series- Scott Anderson

As you age, it's important to make changes to your home to ensure it's safe and functional. Learn about the most important factors to consider when planning to age in place, including bathroom safety and home modifications. Get tips and recommendations from a CAPS professional.

Self Care Plan For Caregivers, Make Your Soul Sing

Caregiving can be a difficult and stressful task, but incorporating laughter and joy into your self care routine can help lift your spirits and make your soul sing. Learn more about the benefits of laughter and humor for caregivers, and discover tips for incorporating it into your daily life.

Anti Aging Supplements: The Role of Antioxidants

Explore the role of antioxidants in anti-aging supplements and products, and learn how to separate fact from hype when it comes to keeping your skin looking young. Discover the best sources of antioxidants and the key ingredients to look for in anti-aging skin care products.

Self Care for Caregivers Includes Accepting We Are Human

In this month's Faith and Caregiving post, Veronica Badowski reminds us of the importance of self-care for caregivers and the power of compassion and forgiveness in our relationships with loved ones. Join us in reflection, meditation, and prayer.

Seize the Summer Activities for Caregivers

Make the most of summer with these fun and beneficial activities for caregivers and their aging loved ones. From dancing and swimming to sports events and city tours, there's something for everyone. Learn more in this article by Felicity Dryer.

Online Caregiver Support Groups- Why I Help

As a caregiver, it's important to have emotional support and encouragement from others going through similar experiences. Learn why online support groups are essential for caregivers and how they can help with stress management in this guide by Judy Morton.

A Search for Balance

In this article from our Faith in Caregiving series, Veronica shares her journey of balancing her own needs with those of her loved ones. Learn how to put others first while still taking care of yourself, with tips and prayers for caregivers.

Medication for Dementia and Alzheimer and Driving Issues

Medication for dementia & Alzheimer's can ease symptoms, but proper diagnosis & planning are needed for proper care. Learn about the false sense of security it can create for patients & families.

Safety Tips For Baby Boomers and Others

Connie, a senior citizen from New Jersey, shares her personal experience and tips on how to stay safe from purse snatching and identity theft. Learn how to protect yourself and your valuables while shopping and in public places.

Dealing with Challenging Behaviors

Learn how to identify and address unmet emotional needs in dementia patients to reduce challenging behaviors. Discover a mindful approach to care and become a detective in identifying the cause of negative behaviors. Get the best resources for dementia care at home with Caregiver Relief.

What is a Medical Discount Card? RxCut Review- Save Money on Prescriptions

Get substantial discounts on prescriptions, laboratory tests, and pet medications with the free RxCut® card. Recognized across all 50 states and Puerto Rico, our advanced technology makes it easy to find the best pricing in your area.

Avoid Pitfalls with In Home Health Care Guide

As aging seniors aim to remain in their homes, family caregivers often struggle to provide the necessary support. Our guide to in-home health care helps navigate options, understand Medicare coverage, and make informed decisions for a positive care experience. Get your copy today.

Looking for Herbal Tea Remedies?

Explore the many health benefits of herbal teas, also known as tisanes. Herbal teas offer a natural solution to many health issues such as heart disease, Alzheimer's and various degenerative disorders.

Are You Qualified for VA Benefits?

Learn about the comprehensive medical benefits package offered by the VA for veterans, including primary care, surgery, mental health care, and more.

Aging and Exercise Leads to Healthy Aging

Discover the easy steps you can take, such as regular exercise, eating a balanced diet, and scheduling regular check-ups, to improve overall quality of life as you age.

A Time for Grieving and Healing, A Caregiver's Story

Healthy grieving is an invaluable process that encourages us to face the emotional symptoms of loss and grief. The grieving process is an overwhelming and natural part of life.

Google “Calico” Focuses on Healthy Aging and Longevity

Learn about Google's new company, Calico, and its mission to improve human health and wellness through research on aging and chronic medical conditions.

The Unexpected Benefits of Exercise for Seniors

Discover the many benefits of exercise for seniors, including disease prevention, improved mental capacity, and improved quality of life. Learn how regular exercise can promote an increase in wound healing and improve sense of balance for seniors.

Health Care Team Members Include The Caregiver

Discover the importance of family caregivers in the healthcare system and learn how to support them in providing the best possible care for their loved ones with chronic health conditions. A person-centered approach to care can help bridge the gap between medical professionals and patients.

The Key to Healthy Aging and Happiness – A Handbook

Discover the secrets to aging gracefully and happily with this comprehensive handbook. From tips on nutrition and exercise to maintaining positive relationships and mental well-being, this guide has everything you need to live your best life. Thank you Carol for sharing this wonderful list.

Need Gift Ideas for Senior Citizens? 10 Unique Ideas For You

Struggling to find the perfect gift for an aging senior in your life? Consider their interests, needs, and budget with these gift ideas for senior citizens. From medication reminder systems to personal time and pet care, there's a solution for every obstacle.

Finding the Right Assisted Living Facility, Part 2

Finding the right assisted living facility for your parents can be stressful, confusing, and awkward. Learn from my experience as I share tips and questions to ask to ensure your loved one's comfort and happiness in their new home.

Tips for Older Drivers

Becoming more self aware and taking responsibility is key for older drivers to continue driving safely. Learn how to review and change your driving habits, plan ahead, and make adjustments to your vehicle. Stay safe on the road with these tips for older drivers.

What Does Your Family Tree Research Say About Your Family?

Uncovering the history of your family can be a rewarding hobby. Learn the basics of genealogy research, including key details to help you find your ancestors, online resources, and tips for staying organized.

Well Kept Secret of How Activities for Senior Citizens Slows Aging

Staying active as we age is important for our overall health. Hobbies such as cabinet building, cake decorating, painting, crafting, and swimming can help seniors maintain independence, improve their physical and mental well-being, and even delay aging.

Family Dynamics and Caregiving : Getting Dad to the Doctors

A personal account of the challenges and rewards of caregiving for a loved one with dementia. From navigating family dynamics and recognizing the need for medical attention, to building trust and providing support.

Family Communication and Eldercare

Learn how to overcome the challenges of family dynamics during eldercare meetings. Get tips on how to prepare for potential conflicts, develop a care plan, assign responsibilities and create an emergency plan. Download our free guide for more effective family communication strategies

The Lessons From A Little Bird and The Need for Family Caregiver Support

Discover valuable lessons on family caregiver support from the gregarious and resilient Monk Parrot. Learn how to support and offer help to the invisible patient, the family caregiver, who selflessly provides long-term care without acknowledgement or support.

The Physical Caregiver Challenges of Providing Care

The physical caregiver challenges of providing care is a topic most family caregivers do not think about until it is too late. Learn how to protect your body.

Special Report : What is Dementia?

"What is dementia" is a growing question as 1 million new people are diagnosed each year. Understanding dementia and the disease process will provide insight and an educated approach to dementia care.

FAMILY CAREGIVER AND POA

Katrina Gilbert shares her personal experience as the POA and primary caregiver for her 84-year-old grandmother, who has recently been admitted to a nursing and rehab care center. Learn about the challenges and best practices for advocating for quality care and handling uninvolved family members.

Caregiver Guilt

Understand the importance of self-care, setting realistic expectations, and connecting with others for support. Get practical advice and strategies for managing caregiver guilt and reducing stress in your caregiving journey.

Caregiver Meditation To Overcome Resentment of Family Caregiver Sacrifices

In this month's caregiver meditation, Veronica Badowski reminds us of the importance of self-care and putting others first in our journey as caregivers. Includes a Bible reflection on humility and a prayer for strength and balance in caring for loved ones.

Fall Prevention for Seniors in a Smartphone?

Fall prevention for seniors has just gotten high tech. Falls are the number one independence robber of seniors. Find technology that can help you create a fall prevention plan.

Dementia Behavior Management Tips

Learn how to effectively manage challenging behaviors in dementia patients with these practical tips. Discover alternatives to arguing, distraction and diversion techniques, and reminiscing as a tool for caregiving. Optimize your dementia home care approach and improve your caregiving experience.

Faith in Action, Lord Hear My Prayer

In today's Faith in Caregiving series, author and caregiver Veronica Badowski reminds us that our faith in action includes not only praying for support and strength, but also reaching out for help when we need it.

Series on Successful Dementia Home Care Tips

Learn valuable tips for caring for a loved one with dementia at home, including routine and consistency, medication safety, mindfulness, and creating a safe environment. Discover how to adapt to new surroundings, manage drug interactions, and become an expert in dementia care.

End Stage Dementia : The Last of the Stages

Learn about the signs and symptoms of end stage dementia, including memory loss, personality changes, and behavior problems. Discover treatment options such as palliative care and hospice, and learn how to prepare for the end stages of dementia with preplanning funeral plans and advanced directives.

Adult Day Care- A Professional Home Health Care Option

Learn about the different types of adult day care, funding options, and how to choose the right center for your loved one. Discover the services offered, licensing requirements, and payment options for social, medical, and dementia day care programs.

The Negative Emotions of Caregiving that Will Kill You

Caregiving can be a stressful journey that brings out negative emotions such as guilt, resentment, and anger. Learn how to identify and overcome these emotions to improve your mental and physical well-being.

How Retirement Age Parents Get the Home Health Care Services They Need

As parents reach retirement age, it can be difficult for them to maintain their independence. Learn tips and resources for providing the best possible care for your aging parents, including access to medical professionals, nutritious meals, physical activity, and social interaction.

Dementia Prevention Strategies : Prepare to Get Disease

Dementia affects not only memory, but also balance, walking, swallowing, and other bodily functions. Learn about the steps you can take to prevent dementia through lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise, and new activities.

Respite Care Helps, But Caregiver Support is Not Always Available

Respite care is important for a family caregiver to take a break from their caregiving duties. Caregiver support is not always available.

How To Communicate When Caring For Dementia Patients

Navigating the stages of dementia can be challenging for caregivers. Learn how to effectively communicate with dementia patients by understanding the symptoms, remaining calm and patient, and using visual cues and a reassuring tone.

Episode 35 - Alternative treatments for mental health with Dr. D Dubose

CGR Podcast Dr Dubose Alternative treatments for mental health v10:00/43:501× Dr. D Dubose, a renowned psychiatrist and certified transcranial magnetic stimulation physician, shares his insights on alternative treatments for mental health, particularly in his work with ketamine and TMS. He specializes in treatment-resistant depression and has seen

Alzheimer's Care:Tips to Survive the Stages of Alzheimer's Disease

Learn strategies for providing the best care for a loved one with Alzheimer's, including coping mechanisms and person-centered therapy. Understand the challenges and emotions of caring for someone with dementia.

Dementia Caregiver Facts: Are You at Risk for Dementia?

The dementia caregiver’s facts are alarming. The risk for developing dementia.. is six times higher, for those providing care for a family member, with dementia. This is higher than the average population. This is due to the negative impact of chronic stress.

Reasonable contract amount for daily care by family care giver?

Learn how to create a fair and comprehensive family caregiver contract for assisting an elderly relative, including daily care and living in their home. Use state-specific long-term care surveys for reference and include case management services, vacation time, and limits on care provided.

Causes of Memory Loss

As we age, memory loss and forgetfulness can be a concern. Learn about the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's, as well as other treatable and reversible medical conditions that can cause memory loss.

Raising Children and Caring for A Family Member With Alzheimer's

Raising children while caring for a family member with Alzheimer's can be difficult, but also teaches compassion, responsibility, and the importance of caring for others. Join Beverley Powell as she shares her personal story.

Tips for Caring for Someone with Bipolar

Caring for an aging parent with bipolar disorder can be difficult. Learn about the symptoms, challenges, and strategies for coping with this mental illness and providing safe care for your loved one. Find support and resources to help you through the process.

Is A Family Caregiver Contract Necessary When Caring For a Parent At Home?

Putting a family caregiver contract in place allows a family member to get paid for providing care. This is important as many family caregivers end up at or below poverty level when their caregiving journey ends.

An Estate Planning Checklist

Learn about Medicaid asset protection and inheritance tax laws to protect your assets for your family and decrease estate and probate taxes. Get legal advice from a reputable elder care law attorney and read the recommended resource "Don't lose your home to the nursing home.

Caring for Your Back Tips

Caring for your back is important when providing care for a family member. Taking care of someone is be very physically demanding. Especially in the later stages of many medical conditions. Please make sure to think before you lift, bend your knees and not your back. Here are a few

Piano Lessons for Beginners Part of Active Retirement Living to Avoid Memory Problems

Enhance your mind-body connection and optimize blood flow, neuronal connections and ability to perceive many different things simultaneously. Learn how to play piano as a beginner, and experience the physical and mental stimulation that comes with it.

Caring for the Elderly at Home: Activities of Daily Living

Learn how to care for a loved one with dementia at home by understanding normal aging changes and addressing the seven basic activities of daily living. Get tips and techniques for managing dementia-related challenges like cooking, shopping, medication management, and more.

Person Centered Dementia Care

Learn about person centered dementia care, an approach that treats individuals with dementia as unique individuals, taking into account their preferences and needs.

Caring for the Caregiver- What Do You Do?

This blog post shares 12 resiliency factors that can help caregivers cope and find strength to continue on their journey. Discover tips for self-care, spirituality, goal-setting, and more.

A Person Centered Approach to Dementia Care

A person-centered approach to dementia care addresses key needs such as nutrition, psychological support, and community resources. Improve care quality for dementia patients & family care partners.

Caring for Dementia At Home

Learn all the strategies and approaches when caring for dementia at home. There is support to help caregivers cope with the challenges they face along their caregiving journey

Alleged Painkiller Theft By Nurse News Triggers Caregiver PTSD

Theft of painkillers and record tampering in nursing homes is a widespread issue, causing trauma and financial loss for caregivers and their loved ones. Learn more about the challenges faced by family caregivers and the importance of oversight in senior living facilities.

Caring for Aging Parents with Dementia:Personal Care Tips

Learn how to assist and provide personal care for aging parents with dementia. Good grooming is essential for promoting health and preventing infections. Our tips cover hair, nail, oral, and shaving care, as well as alternative methods for non-cooperative patients.

Brain Exercises- Exercising Your Brain May Contribute To Healthy Aging

Discover the amazing connection between physical exercise and brain fitness. Studies have shown that regular exercise can improve cognitive skills, decrease the risk of dementia, and even increase brain volume.

Is Your Caregiving Journey Like Running a Sprint Marathon?

Being a caregiver is like running a marathon, but without the proper preparation it can be a sprint marathon. Learn how to walk and jog through your caregiving journey, with tips on stress management, understanding the diagnosis, getting organized, and prioritizing self-care.

Brain Fitness Exercises : Preventing Alzheimer's Disease?

Discover the latest research on how brain training and cognitively stimulating activities can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's and dementia. Learn about the most effective activities and programs, and how to choose the right one for you.

Care versus Cure: Google Calico to Focus on Healthy Aging

As Google and industry leaders focus on disease prevention and innovation, how can we provide effective and caring healthcare for our aging population? Explore the challenges and solutions for managing age-related conditions and dementia in our healthcare system.

Proactive Childless Couple Preparing for Aging

Judy Morton writes about her neighbors and their proactive approach to aging. Learn about their decision to move into an assisted living facility and the steps they're taking to ensure a comfortable and independent future.

Eldercare Manager and Eldercare Consultant Can Help You Age in Place

Navigating the complex medical and community service systems can be overwhelming. An eldercare manager or consultant can assist with coordinating care, managing chronic conditions, financial and estate planning, and more. Learn how they can advocate for aging successfully at home.

Being Prepared For In Home Care Means Taking Sensible Safety Precautions

In-home care can bring strangers into your house, but it's necessary help. Learn important steps to take before in-home care begins, including verifying employee information, protecting financial documents, and setting up a system for tracking and communication.

Caregiver Rights: Having a Life of Your Own

Learn about the importance of taking time for yourself as a caregiver, and the rights you have to maintain your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Discover tips and resources for finding support, facing the future, and transitioning to different caregiving roles.

A prayer warrior, a seamstress, and always plenty of oil in her lamp

A personal account of how God worked through a neighbor to bring purpose and healing during struggles with addiction, advocacy for a father with Pick's disease, and the state of elder care in America.

Caregiver Role Strain

Caregiver role strain is the result of caregiver stress and burden. Learn what to do look for.

New to Caregiving-Get Some Practical Help

Learn about types of home health care for older adults, community resources, and financial assistance options. Navigate insurance coverage and understand the importance of respite care for caregivers.

Please Share Why Caregiver Education Would Benefit You

Caregivers for aging family members often struggle with emotional and physical strain. Share your experiences and advocate for the resources and support you need, including a 24/7 caregiver education hotline and a dementia care management program.

Daily Tips For Caregiver Stress Relief

Being a caregiver can be stressful and overwhelming. Learn tips on how to manage stress, find a sense of humor, talk with a friend, exercise, practice mindfulness, and more. Take a break and practice relaxation and stress relief for yourself with our guided meditation.

Questions to Ask In Home Care Agencies

The Benefits of Planning For a Funeral in Advance

Learn about the benefits of planning for a funeral in advance and how it can save you and your loved ones from emotional and financial stress. Discover how pre-planning can prevent costly surprises and help you make informed decisions in a difficult time

Caregiver Support: What Are You Doing to Help?

Caregiver support is lacking in this country. There are many uninvolved family members. Caregiver stress kills. Caregiver support requires respite care

Dementia vs Alzheimer’s? A Dementia Overview

Learn about the key distinctions between dementia and Alzheimer's disease, including causes, symptoms, and progression rates. Discover how brain imaging scans can aid in diagnosis and understand the role of plaques and tangles in Alzheimer's.

The Benefits of Pets and Alzheimer's Disease

Discover how pets can improve the emotional well-being of those with Alzheimer's Disease. From companionship to reducing anxiety, learn how dogs and cats can make a significant difference.

Caregiver Support

Learn how to manage stress and provide the best possible care for your loved one with dementia through non-medical home care services, creating a person-centered care profile and prioritizing self-care for the family caregiver.

Caregiver Guilt Advice,What Would You Do?

Samantha shares her personal story of caring for her mother-in-law with multiple health issues and the challenges and rewards of in-home care and the decision to place her in a nursing home

Starting a Personal Care Home

Learn about the process of starting a personal care home in Prescott Valley, AZ and the rules and regulations for these homes. Get advice on how to become licensed, the courses required and how to pay for care.

Deciding Nursing Home Placement or In Home Care

When aging adults and their families are considering long-term care options, they may find themselves weighing the pros and cons of a nursing home versus aging in place with home care. Learn about the things to consider when making this important decision for your aging loved one.

We Are All Individuals? Person Centered Thinking Key to Care

In this blog post, we discuss the importance of person-centered thinking in care and its role in providing tailored and respectful care for individuals with dementia and other needs. Learn more about how to understand and meet the unique needs of the person you are caring for.

Preparing for the Emotional Impact of Caregiving

Caring for a loved one can be emotionally and physically demanding. Learn how to set boundaries and make your own needs a priority with www.caregiverrelief.com. Find support and practical help for the emotional impact of caregiving and developing a person-centered care profile.

Restless Leg Syndrome Sleep Disorder Causes Disruption Aging Process

Learn about Restless Leg Syndrome Sleep Disorder: symptoms, causes, and effective treatments. Improve sleep and aging with our strategies.

Alert: Nursing Home Compare Is NOT Accurate

A report by the Department of Health and Human Services' Inspector General found that a third of nursing home residents suffered preventable harm in 2011, caused by staffing problems.

Symptoms of Dementia in Seniors

Learn about the common symptoms of dementia in seniors, including those caused by Alzheimer's disease, normal cognitive aging, and mild cognitive impairment.

Frustrated over Lack of Community Services

A resident of Northern Va shares their experience with the high cost of assisted living and lack of community services in the Washington DC area. Learn about the VA Aid and Attendance benefit and Section 8, and the challenges of aging-in-place.

Best Retirement Advice Don’t Do What Others Tell You

Retirement advice for seniors should include daily brain and physical exercises to promote healthy brain fitness and prevent memory disorders. Learn about the mind-body connection and how to cope with stress in a positive manner to maintain overall well-being.

Normal Aging Process of the Brain Determined By Your Genes

A recent study by researchers at Texas Biomedical Research Institute and Yale University shows that the decline in brain function during normal aging may be influenced by genes.

‘Jithery Legs’ Dealing With the Parkinson's Disease Shuffle

Discover how my father, a former dance hall pro, copes with the symptoms of Parkinson's disease and how a simple marching technique helps regulate his walk and bring back confidence.

Care Givers and Eldercare Givers Are You Looking For Stress Relief?

Are you a stressed out caregiver? Discover the secret to finding stress relief through the power of mindfulness. Learn how to live in the moment, regain perspective, and rejuvenate your energy in this guide for eldercare givers.

Parkinson's Dementia Symptoms

Parkinson's disease and dementia are progressive medical conditions that affect the central nervous system. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and risk factors for Parkinson's dementia, and how it differs from Alzheimer's disease.

6 Tips to Navigate Non-Medicare Home Care Agencies

As we age, it's important to plan and prepare for the possibility of needing assistance. Learn about the benefits of non-Medicare home care agencies and how to choose the right one for you. Plus, find out how to pay for the services you may need in the future.

Off Balance ? Try Tai Chi for Seniors

Discover the numerous benefits of tai chi for seniors including improved balance, flexibility, sleep quality and reduced chronic pain, anxiety and depression.

How to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

As life expectancy increases, neurogenerative disorders like Alzheimer's become more prevalent. Learn how regular exercise and a consistent brain fitness program can help slow the progression of Alzheimer's and prevent it.

Patient Advocate Course - Table Of Contents

New To Caregiving? Face Your Fears

Learn how to navigate the challenges of dementia caregiving with tips and strategies for coping, including identifying and addressing common fears, finding support and knowledge, and advocating for your loved one.

The Most Devastating Myths Of Grief and How to Combat Them #4

Our program, created by experienced RN care manager Diane Carbo and grief coach Fiona Living well, offers techniques and strategies to make your grief journey more bearable and reach a healthy resolution. Order now and start your path to recovery.

Compassionate Words

Caregiver and author Veronica Badowski shares her reflections on using uplifting words in a caregiving setting, drawing on the Bible verse Ephesians 4:29 and the importance of acknowledging pain and suffering.

The Stress of Caregiving

We offer emotional support and practical advice to help manage stress and develop a personalized care plan. Plus, check out our free stress management tools and resources.

Caregiving and Family Issues : Wisdom Yields Patience

Caregiving can be challenging, but with faith and wisdom from Proverbs 19:11, we can learn to be patient and kind. Tips and Bible reflection to reflect Jesus' love while caregiving from Veronica Badowski.

Thoughts of Yesterday by Catherine Frayne

Discover the remarkable story of Catherine Frayne and her Mother's journey with Alzheimer's. Learn how coconut oil helped slow the progression of the disease and read about the hope, love, and memories shared in Catherine's book, Thoughts of Yesterday.

How To Avoid Living In a Nursing Home

Learn how to keep your loved ones at home and avoid this worst-case scenario with our helpful tips and information on nursing homes and recovery options.

Tips for Sparking Memories with Photos

Discover how a digital photo frame can help family members with Alzheimer's or memory impairment. Learn the benefits of digitizing old family photos and creating a slideshow to spark memories and bring joy to loved ones.

Tips for Caring for a Stroke Survivor

A stroke can be overwhelming for both the survivor and their family caregivers. Learn how to care for yourself and assist in the recovery process with these tips, including apps, exercises, and communication strategies.

Oprah Happiness Guru Shawn Achor Talks to CaregiverRelief About Staying Positive

As caregivers, it's hard to stay positive. Learn from Oprah's happiness expert, Shawn Achor, how to channel your anger into a positive and productive outcome. Discover the importance of social connections and the upcoming launch of divvyDOSE, a medication delivery service for caregivers.

Appropriate Treatment Dementia Requires An Appropriate Diagnosis

Learn about the factors that affect test accuracy and the importance of a comprehensive evaluation by a healthcare professional. Find reference materials and educational tools for self-assessment.

Causes of Dementia

Dementia is a debilitating condition that affects a person's mental function. Learn about the most common causes of dementia and how to recognize symptoms for early treatment.

Communicating With Aging Parents

Learn how to better communicate with your loved ones and preserve family relationships with tips from Aging Home Health Care, including attorney secrets for protecting assets while qualifying for Medicaid.

Hospice for End of Life Planning

Learn about how hospice can help with end of life issues, including preparing for a healthcare proxy, durable power of attorney, and funeral arrangements.

Studies Reveal Learning Oil Painting Techniques Retrain Your Brain to Improve Memory

Learn about different styles and techniques, and find resources for instruction, whether you prefer learning at home or in a class setting.

Home Safety for People With Alzheimer’s Disease

Preparing for the challenges of dementia and Alzheimer's disease in the home is essential. Learn about safety measures, such as locks and alarms, and tips for maintaining independence for the individual with dementia.

Be a better nurse (or support one) in just 18 minutes with fun podcast

Discover the growing trend of men entering the field of nursing and meet Fab Cabrera, a nurse at Brandon Regional Hospital who is passionate about his work.

Managing Finances for Elderly Parents with Dementia

Managing finances for elderly parents with dementia can be challenging. Learn how to recognize warning signs, gather important documents, and protect against fraud and misuse. Get tips on allocating funds for care and finding resources to assist with managing finances for your loved one.

Baby Doll Therapy Dementia Activity Ideas

Discover how baby doll therapy can bring comfort and joy to individuals with dementia. Learn about alternative options, such as interactive stuffed animals and PARO, and tips for introducing these activities to your loved one.

Home Safety Tips for Alzheimer’s Patients

Caring for an aging adult with Alzheimer's or dementia can be challenging. Learn how to adapt the home environment and make safety changes to ensure independence and peace of mind for both the patient and caregiver. From installing safety locks to using a GPS system for wanderers.

CareGiver Relief Includes Stress Management

Stress management is crucial for family caregivers. Our guide provides you with the tools you need to successfully manage your stress and anxiety. Order your copy on Amazon today.

In Home Care for Elderly

Bringing strangers into your home for in-home care can be a daunting task. Learn important steps to take to ensure the safety and security of your loved ones and valuables, including background checks, financial protection, and setting clear expectations for care.

Can’t Sleep? Difficulty Falling Asleep? Often A Side Effect of Human Aging

As we age, difficulty falling asleep or feeling like you can't sleep is not an expected part of the human aging process. Incorporating healthy sleep habits into your daily routine can help improve your sleep.

Hospital Abuse:Don’t Let Hospitals Push You Around!

Being a caregiver to a loved one in the hospital can be frustrating. Learn about the Joint Commission's National Patient Safety Goals and how they protect your rights as a caregiver.

Alzheimer’s Prevention: the Key to Aging Gracefully

Promote brain fitness and stave off Alzheimer's symptoms with these five key lifestyle choices: nutrition, physical exercise, mental exercise, socializing, and stress management. Learn how these choices impact your mental health and how to age gracefully.

Beyond bullying at Bingo: 1 in 5 elderly in facilities suffer abuse from other residents

A new study reveals that elder abuse in long-term care facilities is often committed by other elderly residents. Learn about the most common forms of abuse and how memory care facilities can improve patient safety.

This In Home Care Technology Made a Difference For This Family.

Learn how in-home care technology like ClearCare can give your family peace of mind while caring for an aging loved one. Real-time updates and accountability ensure the best possible care.

Alzheimer’s Dementia

Learn about the most common type of dementia, Alzheimer's Dementia, including its symptoms, causes, and ways to prevent or slow its progression. Discover the latest research on brain plasticity and the importance of regular intellectual stimulation in maintaining cognitive health.

Homecare Solutions Can Help You Age in Place

As you age, your health care needs change. Learn how to identify the signs that a loved one may need home health care and prepare for the unexpected. Discover the types of professional health care providers and the importance of keeping a positive mindset.

Alzheimer’s Dementia Testing

Learn about the different types of tests and examinations used to diagnose Alzheimer's dementia, including medical history, laboratory tests, brain scans, and mental status evaluations. Find tips and information on how to care for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease at every stage of the condition."

How You Can Benefit from a Caregiver Support Group

Taking on the role of a caregiver can be overwhelming. Join a caregiver support group for companionship, improved confidence, better coping skills, reduced anxiety and depression, and practical advice.

Alzheimer Dementia Medications: What Works?

Learn about the different types of medications used to treat Alzheimer's disease, their effectiveness in slowing the progression of the disease, and the potential side effects. Be informed and discuss any new symptoms or behaviors with your doctor.

Alzheimer's Disease And Alternative Medicine

Learn about the potential benefits of alternative medicine for Alzheimer's disease, including herbs like Ginkgo Biloba, Huperzine A, and Turmeric.

In Need of In Home Health Care Services

Discover the best home health care services for kidney transplant patients. Learn how to find the right provider, prepare for in-home care, and manage the care of a loved one with the help of Aging Home Health Care. Get started today with our directory of home health care agencies.

Avoid Assisted Living By Improving Your Home Environment

Aging in place doesn't have to mean losing independence or safety. Learn how to make simple and cost-effective home modifications to maintain your maximum level of independence and safety in your own home. Also, learn how to protect your assets while qualifying for Medicaid.

Addiction Treatment

Discover how family members can play a crucial role in the recovery process of a loved one struggling with addiction. Learn about the benefits of family therapy and how to provide emotional and social support to increase the likelihood of a successful recovery.

Aging Gracefully Involves a Positive Attitude and a Sense of Humor

Discover how aging at home, surrounded by loved ones, and maintaining a positive attitude and sense of humor can contribute to successful aging. Learn about the benefits of humor and aging and how to age gracefully with happiness and peace of mind.

Logo film: LGBTQ seniors disrespected in LT care, forgotten by own youth-centric community

Discover the challenges faced by gay and lesbian seniors in long-term care through the story of Alexandre and Lawrence. Learn about discrimination and disrespect in care facilities and the difficulty of finding a welcoming nursing home for loved ones.

Aging Baby Boomer Generation: and Family Caregiver Contracts

The aging baby boomer generation faces a dilemma as they navigate caring for aging parents while dealing with economic downturns and potential caregiver shortages. Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of a family caregiver contract and how it can help preserve assets and avoid financial loss.

How to Find the Right Home HealthCare Agency

Ensure the best care for your loved one with our list of important questions to ask before hiring a home healthcare agency. From employee qualifications to billing procedures, learn how to identify your needs and find the right provider for you.

Caregiver Prayer: Why Worry?

Feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver? Discover the power of prayer and faith with Caregiver Relief. Learn from author and caregiver, Veronica Badowski, as she shares her experiences and reflections on Matthew 6:31-34. Join our online support groups and find relief today.

Dementia and Moving: Preparing Your Loved

Moving can be a stressful time for anyone, but it can be particularly difficult for those with dementia. Learn how to prepare for a move and make the transition to a new environment as smooth as possible for your loved one with dementia and for yourself as a caregiver.

Tips to Prevent Caregiver Depression

Caregiving can take a toll on mental and physical health. Learn how to prevent caregiver depression by setting limits, seeking support, maintaining self-care and finding humor. Find out more in our expert tips.

Hip Surgery Recovery- Staying Active Post OP

Recovering from hip surgery? Learn how to stay active and maintain mobility with exercises and activities recommended by orthopedic surgeons. Discover ways to lower your risk of heart disease and control diabetes while also preventing falls and ensuring your new joint stays healthy.

Caregiver Daily Journal Entry : Stop Thinking About It

Veronica Badowski shares her daily journal entry on the benefits of reflecting on Philippians 4:8 as a caregiver. Learn how to shift your thoughts to something more pleasant and improve your mood. Get her book 'Treading Water with God' and read more of her articles on caregiving.

Dementia Activity and Communication Tips

Learn how to effectively plan activities for dementia patients by focusing on their interests and previous experiences. Discover the importance of "mirroring" strategies, closed-ended questions and person-focused care. Read more on our blog.

Valentines Day Cards, Why We Embrace This Ritual

As a caregiver, I've learned that love can take many forms. Read about my experience of finding the perfect Valentine's Day card for my dying uncle and how it helped me understand the different ways people express their love for each other.

Eldercare Communication Course - Table Of Contents

History of Alzheimer’s Disease

Learn about the history and development of Alzheimer's disease, its symptoms and effects, and current treatment options. Despite ongoing research, a cure for Alzheimer's disease has yet to be found, but medications and therapies can slow down symptoms and improve quality of life for patients.

SCAM ALERT:Care giver Social Isolation, Vunerability and Social Media Interaction

As a caregiver, social isolation can make you vulnerable to online scams. Learn how to protect yourself from the manipulations of scammers on Facebook and other social media platforms, and how to spot red flags in online relationships.

Walk In Tubs for Elderly Reviews What to Look For

Explore the benefits and drawbacks of walk in tubs for seniors. Learn about the features, costs, and safety considerations when shopping for a walk in tub. Find the perfect model for your home and lifestyle with our comprehensive guide.

In Home Caregivers Can Make Life Easier - Eldercare Systems Atlanta

At Eldercare Systems in Atlanta, we understand that the critical difference in home healthcare is the amount of care given. Our agency goes beyond basic medical service and provides essential love and care for our patients. Visit our website to learn more about our approach to elder care.

Accredited Care

Accredited Care is a New York State licensed home health care services agency providing a wide range of services, including RN's, LPN's, HHA's, PCA's, and more. All staff are licensed, bonded, and insured, and supervised by a registered nurse.

Home Instead Senior Care

Get the care you need at home with Home Instead Senior Care. We provide companionship, homemaker and personal care services to seniors in the greater Orlando area. From light housekeeping to dementia care, we've got you covered. Call us today at 407.445.8885.

Stay Safe Home Care Inc.

Trust Stay Safe Home Care Inc. for top-quality in-home care services for the elderly and disabled. Our experienced team of registered nurses, gerontologists, lawyers, and care consultants provide care coordination, education, and resources to maintain independence and quality of life at home.

We Elderly Care

At We Elderly Care, our mission is to assist individuals in maintaining their independence while staying in the comfort of their own home. Our services include homemaker/companion, CNA, LPN, and RN care in Lake Wales, Florida and surrounding counties.

Caring World and Health Services, New Jersey

Caring World and Health Services provides licensed nurses and certified home health aides to promote the health and well-being of clients and their families. Our services include personal care assistance, meal preparation, medication administration, and more.

American Home Health & Hospice Care, Inc.

American Home Health & Hospice Care is a for-profit privately owned and operated agency located in Indianapolis. Fully licensed by the State of Indiana and accredited through the Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP) and members of the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

Ready Hands Home Care

Ready Hands Home Care is a non-Medicare agency founded by a physician in 2002. Our W-2 employees provide assistance with personal care, safety, meals, transportation, and more. Competitive rates, licensed by VA Department of Health, and 24/7 support.

@Home Healthcare

Keep your aging loved ones in the comfort of their own home with @Home Healthcare. Our experienced and compassionate caregivers provide assistance with daily tasks, transportation, and medication reminders. Hourly and live-in care options available.

Dementia and Driving

As we age, changes in our cognitive, physical, and visual abilities can affect our ability to drive safely. Discussing dementia and driving with a loved one can be difficult, but it's important to address the issue early.

BrightStar Care Austin

At BrightStar Care Austin, we provide the highest quality of healthcare and home care services to individuals of all ages. Our unique matching process ensures the best possible fit between caregiver and client. We offer a full continuum of care and have dedicated teams available 24/7.

Art Lesson Plans May Ward Off Memory Problems

Discover how art lesson plans, especially painting with pastels, can contribute to a person's health and well-being as they age. Learn the benefits of learning a new technique for memory retention and improving the mind-body connection.

Brain Health Tips

Protect your brain against dementia with lifestyle choices like healthy diet, exercise, stress management and quality sleep.

Unspeakable Secret: Study Finds Family Caregivers of Dementia Harbor Suicidal and Homicidal Thoughts

A new study by Griffith University and Menzies Health Institute Queensland shows that 1 in 4 family caregivers of dementia have considered suicide. The study also explores the issue of homicidal thoughts among caregivers.

Meet Alycia Martel. Death Doula, End of Life Specialist and Care Giver Coach

Follow Alycia's personal and professional journey as a caregiver for her elderly father with Alzheimer's and her special needs daughter. With a degree in education and behavioral science, Alycia is prepared to talk about the challenges of caregiving, depression, death and grief, and end of life.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for Care Partners

Discover the connection between mindfulness and reduced stress levels in care partners. Learn about the effects of chronic stress on the body and how to manage stress through mindfulness techniques. Take our stress tests and access our guided imagery CD for caregiver relief.

Do I Have Mild Cognitive Impairment? (MCI)

Elaine shares her concerns about experiencing episodes of confusion and memory loss. Learn about the potential causes of mild cognitive impairment and the importance of an early diagnosis.

Moving Is Like Flying a Kite! Really?

Just like flying a kite, moving requires the right conditions, materials, and techniques. Learn how to apply the principles of kite flying to prepping for a move for a stress-free experience.

Mild Cognitive Impairment vs Dementia?

Find out the key differences between the two and the ongoing debate about the use of the term "Mild Cognitive Impairment" in the diagnosis of early stages of Alzheimer's disease. Consult a specialist for a proper diagnosis.

Do We Need a Dementia Care Facility or How to Cook a Frog

As a caregiver for a loved one with dementia, it can be easy to become overwhelmed. Learn how to avoid becoming a "cooked frog" and how to choose the right residential dementia care facility.

What is Mild Cognitive Impairment?

Elaine, a 52-year-old from Providence, RI, shares her concerns about experiencing episodes of confusion and memory loss. Learn about the potential causes and the importance of getting an early diagnosis for mild cognitive impairment.

The Future Assisted Living Is In Our Hands- Part 4

With a growing recognition of mistreatment in assisted living facilities, it's important to address the issue of elder abuse.

Middle Stages Of Dementia

The middle stages of dementia can be difficult to navigate for both the person with dementia and their caretaker. Learn about the signs and symptoms to expect, such as memory loss, personality changes, and increased dependence, as well as strategies for managing caregiver stress.

How to deal with a narcissistic parent – Part 2

In this second installment of our series on dealing with narcissistic aging parents, we dlve deeper into strategies for setting boundaries and detaching emotionally.

Middle Stage Dementia: I Don’t Like Mom Very Much

As a caregiver for a loved one with middle stage dementia, it can be overwhelming to see them change and struggle with recognition and irrational behavior. Learn about caregiver burnout and how to get help for yourself and your loved one with dementia.

A Person Centered Dementia Care System Proposal

Learn about a proposed program for accountable care organizations that focuses on person-centered care for individuals with dementia. The program includes an RN team leader, patient and family involvement, and comprehensive individual profiles to improve communication and care coordination.

Moving Aging Parents

Moving aging parents can be a difficult and emotional process. In this blog post, the author shares their personal experiences and insights on how to navigate the challenges of downsizing, purging, and relocating elderly loved ones.

Dangers of Assisted Living, Part 2

Learn the truth about the hidden costs and lack of care in assisted living and why it's important to not judge a book by its cover.

Memorial Day Disgrace: Veterans Killing Themselves, Not Getting the Help They Need

For many veterans, the fight continues after they leave the military. A growing number are taking their own lives, a topic the military would like to ignore. A mother who lost her son to suicide speaks out.

Moderate Exercise for Seniors

A recent research study from the University of Florida and University of Maryland shows that daily moderate exercise can mean the difference between becoming a housebound senior and one that is able to keep up with daily activities.

The Benefits of a Memory DVD for All Stages of Dementia

Read Charlotte Bartlett's personal story of how a memory DVD helped her husband in the late stages of dementia and learn how to make your own.

Anti Aging Products

Discover the importance of investing in your future care needs and making changes to your home environment to meet the needs of your aging body. Learn from a certified aging in place specialist on how to safely and comfortably age in your own home with universal design house plans.

The Healing Powers of Hugs

Discover the joy and healing power of hugs through the experience of a Meals on Wheels volunteer. Learn about the impact of simple gestures of kindness on clients and how it can bring peace and happiness to those in need.

Drain and Radiators – Caring for Aging Parents

Learn about the importance of being a "radiator" when caring for aging parents and how to avoid the emotional drain of dealing with "drain" people. Understand the joy and positivity that radiators bring to others and how to strive to be one.

Beware of the Anti Aging Supplements Craze, What They Do Not Want You to Know

Discover the facts about anti-aging supplements, from natural remedies to risky options. Learn about the potential risks and benefits, and how to age gracefully without buying into the anti-aging craze.

Family Tree Research – What’s In Your Family Genealogy?

Learn about the many resources available for genealogy research, including online communities, free services, and tips for organizing your information. Discover the rewards of uncovering your family tree and how to verify the legitimacy of your findings.

Anti Aging Products – The Truth

Discover the benefits of anti-aging products for hair, skin, eyes, and teeth. Learn about natural and holistic approaches to skincare and find out how to improve the health and appearance of your skin.

The Horrible Truth About Exercise for Seniors

Learn about the many benefits of exercise for seniors, including reducing risks of osteoporosis and dementia, improving heart health, and promoting overall well-being.

Link to Apply for Hilarity for Charity Caregiver Relief for Dementia Caregivers

Seth and Lauren Rogen's Hilarity for Charity raises awareness for the struggles of family caregivers of Alzheimer's patients and partners with the Alzheimer's Association and Home Instead to create Caregiver Relief Grants. Help support and give relief to these unpaid caregivers.

Dementia Adaptations to the Home

Discover how art and design principles can improve the quality-of-life for those with dementia and how to successfully adapt a home for dementia patients.

Baby Boomer Generation Fears Dementia, Alzheimer's and Memory Loss

Find out how a healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition, and physical and mental exercise can promote brain fitness for the baby boomer generation.

End of Life Planning: Include Funeral Arrangements

Funeral arrangements can be difficult to think about, but planning some of the details can be a great relief to your survivors. Learn about funeral burial alternatives, green burials, home death care and more. Create a final arrangements document to ensure your wishes are carried out.

End of Life Denial, Decisions and Caregiving

Understanding the emotions that come with caring for a loved one at the end of their life can be difficult. This personal blog post delves into the topic of end of life denial, and offers insight and understanding on how to navigate these complex emotions.

Aging in Place

Learn how to make your home senior-friendly, plan for future care needs, and explore community resources with our aging in place e-learning series. Discover how to legally and financially prepare for aging in place, and understand your health and life expectancy.

Caregiving for the Elderly with Dementia: Dressing

Learn how to promote independence and respect privacy and dignity when helping elderly loved ones with dementia with their dressing. From promoting independence to creating a routine, these tips can improve the dressing experience for those with dementia.

Caregivers: Guided Meditation for Relaxation and Stress Relief for You

As a caregiver, it's important to prioritize your own well-being. Learn about the benefits of guided imagery and how it can help decrease stress, promote improved health and avoid caregiver burnout with Caregiver Relief's guided meditation CD.

Improve Cognitive Functioning: Aromatherapy and Dementia

Explore the benefits of using aromatherapy with essential oils for individuals diagnosed with dementia. Learn about the positive effects of lavender and lemon balm on challenging behaviors and sleep, and how to properly introduce aromatherapy in different forms for care partners.

Eldercare and Caregivers: Learn Stress Management

Caring for aging loved ones can be rewarding but also stressful. Learn about the emotional habits that contribute to caregiver stress, how it affects eldercare, and how to recognize and deal with it. Discover tips for balancing caregiving with self-care.

Dementia Care Strategies for Bathing

Bathing can be a difficult and stressful task for those with dementia. Learn tips and strategies for making the process easier, including respecting privacy and dignity, understanding daily needs, and promoting independence.

Aging In Place Stuck Without Options? Challenges of the Future

Discover the latest technologies and products for aging in place, enabling seniors to customize their home for their changing needs and maintain independence. Learn about the benefits of aging in place and how it can help stave off depression.

In Home Health Care Planning

Don't wait until it's too late to plan for your in-home health care needs. Get organized with our comprehensive guide on how to prepare important documents, create a health care notebook, and plan for unexpected emergencies. Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

5 Tips You Should Know About Senior Eye Health

As we age, changes in vision are natural - but for many seniors, the changes don't need to be as bad as expected! Learn about five important facts about how your vision will change as you grow older and tips on what you can do to delay or lessen the problems.

Medication Safety Training: How to Instill Ear Drops

As a caregiver or care partner, it is important to know how to properly instill ear drops for elderly family members. This guide provides a step by step form for administering medication in the ear safely and effectively.

Dementia Behavior Management

Dementia Behavior Management for the Caregiver" is a guidebook to help caregivers understand and respond to challenging behaviors in dementia patients.

Medication Safety Training: Diabetes and Low Blood Sugar

Being a caregiver for a family member with diabetes can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing low blood sugar. Learn the signs, causes, and treatment options in this comprehensive guide.

Hearing Loss and Dementia: Is there a Connection?

Research now shows a strong connection between hearing loss and dementia. Learn more about how low-frequency hearing loss could be an early indicator for dementia and vascular problems.

Medication Safety Training: Diabetes and High Blood Sugar

Learn about the causes of high blood sugar, including lifestyle factors and medical conditions. Discover treatment options to manage and lower high blood sugar levels.

Gentle Care Home Services

Gentle Care Home Services is a privately owned company providing patients in New Jersey with quality home health care, durable medical equipment, and Behavioral Health intensive in-community program.

Medication Safety Tips for Elderly with Dementia

Discover general guidelines and tips for medication management ADLs. Available on Kindle, "Medication Training for the Family Caregiver" provides important information on specific medications often taken by people with dementia.

Understanding High Blood Pressure to Prevent Vascular Dementia

Learn about the causes and consequences of high blood pressure (HBP) and how to lower your risk through diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. Discover the importance of prevention for hypertension and the health risks associated with this silent disease.

Want to Avoid Being Placed in a Nursing Home Compare Costs

Learn about options for payment and support, and avoid the costly and often undesirable option of institutionalization.

Dementia Activities of Daily Living: Housework

Housework can be a meaningful activity for those with dementia, but changes in attention to detail may also indicate disease progression. Learn how to offer guidance in small steps and engage your loved one in familiar, enjoyable tasks to alleviate boredom and improve cognitive decline.

Check Out The Medicare Preventive Services

As a primary caregiver, finances can be tight. Catch health issues before they start, and delay or prevent diseases through regular checkups and screenings. Stay healthy, live longer, and manage stress with Caregiver Relief.

For sicker or for poorer: When Lewy Body’s breaks a wife’s heart and her bank book

Beth Taylor’s caregiving story is not so unusual. But in 2007, Steve began showing symptoms that Beth believed to be Alzheimer’s Disease. Steve said it was just old age. it was Lewy Body

Medicare Reimbursement for Psychiatric Services for Depression, Anxiety Disorders Etc

Many aging seniors struggle with undiagnosed depression and anxiety due to financial constraints and lack of proper reimbursement from Medicare for psychiatric services.

Dementia Activity Ideas

Discover practical tips and activity ideas to prevent caregiver burnout and ensure a safe home environment.

Understanding Medicare Non Medical Home Care

Learn how a Medicare non-medical home care agency can help with transportation, cooking, laundry, bathing, and dressing. Preparing for the future starts now.

Medicare Coverage: How Hospitals Are Deceiving Medicare Patients

Learn how early discharge is affecting up to 600,000 Medicare recipients and what can be done to protect vulnerable patients.

Is Your Family Member Experiencing Sundowning? Find Out Here

Sundowner's syndrome is a condition that affects individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's, causing increased confusion, agitation, and restlessness as the day progresses.

Allegiance Home Health & Rehab, Inc.

Offering a wide range of home care services in South Florida, including companion care, rehabilitation services, tele-health and more.

Medical Social Worker Writes about In Home Care and Aging in Place

Discover the benefits of in-home care for seniors on The Chicago Bridge. We share case examples and explore how this care option allows seniors to maintain their independence, dignity, and live in the comfort of their own home.

Going It Alone : Caregiver Duties Perceived as Unimportant By Others in Family

Discover the reasons why some caregivers feel abandoned by their family and learn tips on how to overcome the emotional and physical burdens of caring for a loved one alone. Resources available to support caregivers and ways to communicate with family members about sharing responsibilities.

Healthy Aging and Medical Recalls

As a caregiver for someone with dementia, it's essential to stay informed about medical recalls that can affect their health and well-being. From drugs to medical devices, understanding the potential risks and side effects can be challenging.

Aging LGBT Population Needs To Prepare For Their Trip Over The Rainbow

As many as 25% of Baby Boomers are "elder orphans" without familial support. Chase Brexton Health Care launches SAGECAP Baltimore to provide resources, education, and support for unpaid LGBT caregivers in the community.

What Stage of Dementia is Sundowning?

Dementia affects individuals in different ways, but one symptom that affects a significant portion of patients is sundowning. This blog post explores what sundowning is, its common symptoms, potential causes, and ways to manage and treat the condition.

The Importance of Staying Current with Medical Recalls

As a caregiver of a senior citizen, it's essential to stay informed about medical recalls that can affect their health and well-being. From hip replacements to prescription medications, understanding the potential risks and side effects can be challenging.

Death with Dignity : Assisted Suicide of Brittany Maynard

Join the conversation on assisted suicide and end of life issues. A registered nurse with 45 years of experience shares her personal story and thoughts on hospice care, preserving dignity, and the importance of discussing end of life options.

What to Look for in Medical Alert Systems : Our Review

In an emergency situation, your life or that of your aging family member could depend on the medical alert product you choose.

Mother’s Day Grieving

A guide on how to grieve and remember a mother who has passed away on Mother's Day, when the loss is fresh, or when the very day or month is an annual reminder. Understanding the pain and how to go with the grief and remember the best parts of her character and personality.

Episode 34 - Pastor Dave Taylor MAC, M.PaC Kelly Taylor MAC

Today's podcast will bring you pastor Dave Taylor and his wife, Kelly. They bring a very unique perspective on faith and caregiving. Dave is a pastor, a nurse and a social worker, and he is heading.

Do You Have a Medicaid Waiver Program in Your Area?

A Medicaid waiver program may be available in your area, allowing seniors to stay in their homes and communities with the help of services such as nursing care, personal care, and adult day care.

Stolen : Delusions of Dementia

Dementia can bring about many challenging symptoms, but for me, aggression was the most difficult to deal with. In this personal account, I share how I was able to defuse my mother's anger and create happier memories, despite the dark sides of dementia.

Episode 33 – Grace Meadows – Music For Dementia

Grace meadows music for dementia0:00/21:231× Grace Meadows – Music For Dementia Music for Dementia is a national campaign to make music an integral part of dementia care in the UK. There is no cure for dementia, but there is something readily available and easily affordable that can help.

Looking for Medicaid Asset Protection?

Protect your assets from Medicaid requirements with the help of trusts. Our guide explains the different types of trusts available for estate planning and how they can aid in Medicaid asset protection.

Your Home Health Care Provider:Your Rules

Ensure that your loved one receives the best care possible by developing a strong line of communication with their home health care provider. Learn how to establish clear expectations, create a care notebook, and monitor the work of the caregiver to ensure that your loved one's needs are met.

My Meals on Wheels Volunteer Experience

Volunteering with Meals on Wheels is a fulfilling way to give back and make a difference in your community. In this personal account, a volunteer shares the joy of getting to know clients and making meaningful connections through weekly meal deliveries.

CareBridge Palliative Care Services

At CareBridge Palliative Care Services, we offer specialized care to those facing serious, life-limiting illness. Our team provides medical, social, and spiritual support in the comfort of your home, including symptom management and guidance with treatment choices.

Episode 32 – Betsy Wurzel – Preparing for a doctors appointment

Betsy Wurzel Preparing for a doctors appointment0:00/29:581× Preparing for your doctor’s appointment is key to getting the most from the visit. Today we will discuss how to improve your care outcomes with good communication. Betsy Wurzel – Preparing for a doctors appointment Diane Carbo: Hi, this is

Episode 31 – Betsy Wurzel – How to avoid surprise medical bills

Betsy Wurzel How to avoid surprise medical bills0:00/34:171× Surprise medical bills are the result of being treated by someone outside your insurance company’s network of providers. So you want to avoid those out-of-network providers whenever you can. Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane carbo with caregiver

The Importance of “ME TIME”, by The Reluctant Caregiver

Find ways to incorporate "me time" into your routine, whether it's through hobbies, exercise, or spending time with loved ones. Don't be afraid to ask for help and support from friends and family, and remember that it's okay to take a break and recharge.

Aging and Driving

As we age, there are changes that can affect our driving skills. From declining eye sight and hearing to slower reaction times and cognitive changes, it's important to be aware of these changes and take steps to continue driving safely.

Managing Medications: Online pharmacy divvyDOSE makes life easier for caregivers

For many caregivers, regulating a loved one's medication can be overwhelming. divvyDOSE offers a convenient solution with pre-sorted doses and a caregiver feature that allows caregivers to ensure their loved ones are taking their medications correctly.

Elderly Home Health Care versus Assisted Living Costs

Explore the costs and factors to consider when making the best decision for your aging loved one, including financial, emotional, social, and recreational needs. Find out how rates have changed in recent years and learn about additional fees to be aware of when choosing an assisted living center."

Episode 30 – Betsy Wurzel – Driving and Retiring from Driving

Betsy Wurzel Driving and Retiring from Driving 0:00/32:281× Driving and retiring form Driving is a challenge for all of us. Aging does not mean we are unsafe drivers. Lets discuss how to continue to drive safely and when to retire from driving Diane Carbo: Hi, this is

Filial Responsibility Laws: Who Will Pay for the Care?

Filial responsibility laws make adult children financially responsible for their parents' long-term care if the parents can't pay. These laws exist in 27 states and can impose civil or criminal penalties. Planning and legal advice can help avoid this financial burden.

What is a Financial Caregiver?

A financial caregiver is a fiduciary responsible for managing the finances of an aging family member. Learn about the duties and best practices of being a financial caregiver, as well as helpful guidelines from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

What is a Dementia Catastrophic Reaction?

Dementia catastrophic reactions can be overwhelming and difficult to understand for both the person with dementia and their caregivers. Learn more about what causes these reactions, common triggers, and how to respond and manage them in this helpful guide.

Episode 29 – Alycia Martel – What is a death doula? What is a death cafe? Lets take the mystery out of death and dying

Alycia Martel What is a Death Doula What is a Death Cafe Lets take the mystery out of death and dying0:00/19:221× Death Doulas are people who support people in the end of life process. It is “a new non-medical profession” that recognizes death as a natural, accepted,

Aging and Chronic Illness : Do You Know the Right Questions to Ask?

Aging and living with chronic illness can bring about new challenges and changes. In this post, we discuss the importance of planning for your future health care needs and offer tips for seniors and their caregivers.

Nursing assistant a job from hell: Caregiver Crisis in America

Working as a nursing assistant in a nursing home can be a challenging and low-paying job with poor working conditions. In this article, we explore the horror stories and realities of the nursing assistant profession, including low wages, lack of benefits, and high turnover rates.

Keeping a Journal of Alzheimer's Disease- Dealing with Dementia

Explore how expressing feelings and recording daily experiences can improve mental health, facilitate problem-solving, and serve as a useful resource for healthcare professionals.

Dementia and Vision Problems

Dementia and vision problems (visoperceptual difficulties) may occur for various reasons and can present differently in each individual. These "vision problems" may include illusions, misperceptions, misidentifications, and even hallucinations.

Dementia and Negativity: Personality Traits Link to Disease

A new study reveals that negative thoughts and cynicism may be linked to an increased risk of developing dementia. Learn about the connection between negative attitudes and poor health, and how to improve your outlook for better overall health

Dementia Stages: The Mini Mental Status Exam

Dementia stages can be difficult to gauge, but the Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE) is a widely used tool to assess cognitive function and detect the severity of dementia. Learn more about the MMSE and how it can help caregivers understand and manage dementia in their loved ones.

Caring for Dementia Patients Incontinence or Prolapse

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing incontinence and prolapse. In this article, we provide tips and resources for caregivers to find the best solution for their loved one's needs.

Age Related Hearing Loss and the Link to Dementia

Age related hearing loss (presbyacusis) has been linked to the progression of dementias such as Alzheimer's disease. Learn more about the connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline and how to manage your hearing loss to prevent social isolation and memory problems.

Episode 28 – Eldercare Communications How to talk about End of life planning

Eldercare Communications How to talk about End of life planning0:00/14:391× Diane Carbo: Welcome, please share the benefits of having end of life conversations. Can you share the fears and concerns a person they have Diane Carbo: discussions about end of life issues are painful to think about

Episode 27 – Eldercare Communications Driving, safety and retiring from Driving

Eldercare Communications Driving safety and Retiring from Driving0:00/18:381× Diane Carbo: Driving safety when to stop driving and taking away the keys. What are the fears of the aging driver? Diane Carbo: Today we are going to address the issues of driving safety and retiring from driving. The

A Male Care Giver, Care Giver Stress and Burnout

Caring for aging parents can be a rewarding but also a challenging experience. In this post, we discuss the realities of caregiver burnout and offer tips for male caregivers, like Harvey, who are caring for elderly parents.

What Is Ketamine?

Ketamine has a history as a psychedelic street drug and horse tranquilizer, but it has also been used professionally in the medical world for decades. Recently, the FDA approved a form of ketamine, called esketamine, as a treatment for depression.

Nine Reasons to Age in Place

As we age, the thought of leaving our familiar home can be daunting. Aging in place allows us to maintain our independence and continue living in our own comfortable surroundings.

Making Memories, Not Enemies, With Your Loved One With Dementia

Learn how to connect with and engage a loved one with dementia. Tips include using familiar objects, redirecting attention, and seeking professional support

Episode 26 – Betsy Wurzel – Early Onset Alzheimer’s Dementia A Caregivers Journey

Betsy Wurzel Early Onset Alzheimers Dementia A Caregivers Journey0:00/42:111× Early Onset dementia can start at any age. It negatively impacts the family in a variety of different ways. Betsy shares her journey and offers tips and advice to help others, as they face this horrible disease. Betsy

Advanced Directives

An advance directive is a legal document that allows you to make your medical and healthcare wishes known to your loved ones and medical personnel in the event you become unable to make decisions for yourself.

Episode 25 – Eldercare Communications Discussing future Living arrangements

Eldercare Communications Discussing future Living arrangements0:00/13:011× Diane Carbo: Welcome to caregiver relief, discussing financial matters. Tell us how we can approach financial matters. Diane Carbo: Discussing financial matters is probably one of the most difficult Poppins that your loved ones that you will. This is one of

Lutheran Home Care & Hospice, Inc.

Lutheran Home Care & Hospice is a not-for-profit faith-based agency offering comprehensive home care services including in-home support, medical home health care, telemonitoring, and hospice in south central PA and northern MD.

Overcoming Caregiver Anger and Guilt

Taking on the role of a caregiver can be overwhelming and lead to negative emotions. Learn strategies to avoid stress, anger, and guilt while caring for a family member.

Your Brain Cells Need a Work Out: Brain Fitness Program

Did you know that your brain has the ability to change and form new connections throughout life? A brain fitness program can help improve concentration, memory, and mental clarity, and may even protect against Alzheimer's and dementia.

Episode 24 – Top Tip for Traveling Seniors: Pack Your Personal Health Information

Traveling tips for seniors pack your personal health info0:00/9:111× Diane Carbo RN and CEO of MyVitalAlert.com and CareGiverRelief.com who works with seniors to remain at home for as long as possible joins eHealth Radio and the Senior Care and Travel Health Care Channels. She and

Adam Curran And Diane Carbo On All Things Caregiving Relief

Get expert advice on caring for loved ones with dementia and support for caregivers with Diane Carbo, founder of Caregivers Relief. Hear about aging in the home, medication management, and more in this valuable episode.

Anticipatory grief and Life After Loss

Anticipatory grief, also known as pre-grieving, is a very real thing that can lead to feelings of depression, helplessness, and overwhelming sadness. Learn about how to cope and move forward after the loss of a loved one in this personal account.

10 Tips for Dealing with Difficult Aging Parents

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

Dementia Confusion and the Telephone

As dementia progresses, it can become more difficult for your loved one to use the telephone. Learn how to monitor phone usage, block unwanted calls, and establish boundaries to reduce confusion and protect your loved one from scams and fraud.

Clock Drawing Test Identifies Symptoms of Dementia

Discover how the clock drawing test can help identify a wide range of dementia symptoms. Learn about the different aspects of the test and how it can be used as a baseline for further testing. Don't interpret your own test, find out why professional interpretation is important.

Dementia Types: Animal Naming Test

"Learn about the animal naming test, a simple and effective tool for diagnosing various types of dementia. Discover how the test works and its accuracy compared to other popular exams like the mini mental exam.

Beginner Guitar Lessons-for Brain Fitness

Discover the many benefits of taking beginner guitar lessons as a senior, including improved cognitive functioning, hand flexibility, and memory skills. Guitar playing also provides a social activity and can even lead to a second career.

Episode 23 – Kim Doviak Van Hassel – Caring for aging parents. A Love Story. Part 2

In this episode of Caregiver Relief, Diane Carbo interviews Kim Doviak Van Hassel, a caregiver coach and podcast contributor, about her experience caring for her elderly parents. Tune in to hear about the importance of good communication in caregiving and the lessons learned from Kim's journey.

Davis In-HomeCare, Inc.

Choose Davis In-HomeCare, Inc. for top-notch caregivers who are chosen for their compassion and undergo extensive background checks and training. Our agency handles all employer responsibilities, provides a complete Client Care Plan, and works with Long term care insurance.

10 Top Reasons Baby Boomers are Choosing to Stay in Their Home Age

As baby boomers age, many are choosing to age in place rather than move to assisted living facilities. Here are ten reasons why planning for aging in place is important for seniors, including maintaining freedom, safety, control, and comfort.

Episode 22 – Pat Deegan RN – Bereavement, Grief, and Mourning

Pat Deegan RN Bereavement Grief and Mourning0:00/26:291× Today we are going to discuss the differences between bereavement, grief and mourning There are different types of grief and stages of grief. Grieving is hard work. We all grieve differently. We are here to help you on your path

Activities for Senior Citizen Centers

Discover activities that can help prevent the symptoms of dementia, including whole body exercises, nurturing activities, and creative pursuits. Find inspiration for a range of activities for senior citizen centers that stimulate the brain and provide long-term goals for focus and memory retention.

Anger Management As a Loved One Declines

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming and lead to feelings of anger and bitterness. In this blog post, we explore the challenges of being a caregiver for someone with dementia and offer tips for managing and coping with these emotions.

When Dealing with Dementia,Honesty Isn’t Always the Best Policy

Learn how strategically lying to a loved one with dementia can reduce stress and maintain peace. The author shares their experiences of lying about food choices and loved ones' whereabouts to improve the overall wellbeing of the person with dementia.

Episode 21 – Alycia Martel – General planning. Funeral Burial alternatives

Alycia Martel General planning Funeral Burial alternatives0:00/38:041× Rituals around death, grief and burial are a part of every culture. There is a growing trend to break away for the traditional burial rituals. Today we are going to explore funeral burial alternatives. Alycia Martel – General planning. Funeral Burial

New Controversy on the Lifespan of Caregivers

A new study from Johns Hopkins University suggests that caregivers may have a lower chance of mortality than non-caregivers, contradicting previous research on the negative effects of caregiving on health. Explore the limitations of the study and the potential benefits of being a caregiver.

The Benefits of Participating in Activities for Seniors

Staying active and social can have numerous benefits for seniors, including improved mood and mental health, increased concentration and focus, and better physical and spiritual well-being.

Episode 20 – Tracey Lawrence – Medicare coverage

Tracey Lawrence Medicare coverage0:00/27:581× Learn the good m the bad and the ugly of Medicare and Medicaid will and will not cover and how it may negatively impact your pocket book. Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane Carbo with caregiver relief and I have with me today,

Alternative Approach to Overcoming Grief and Depression

Everyone experiences these stages in entirely different ways. Truth is, there is more to grieving than most people realize.Let us help you overcome grief and depression with alternative approaches

Caregiver Stress and Feelings of Guilt

Amy shares her personal experience as a caregiver for her elderly grandfather and the challenges and rewards of helping someone age in place. Learn strategies for managing caregiver stress and guilt, and the importance of self-care for caregivers.

Living to 90 and Beyond

Discover what promotes healthy aging in seniors with The 90+ Study. Led by Co-Principal Investigators Claudia Kawas, MD and Maria Corrada, ScD, this study examines lifestyle practices, dementia development, and more in elderly participants.

Fed Up Care Giving Issues

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be a challenging and stressful experience for caregivers. In this blog post, we explore the various aspects of caregiving, including communication, nutrition, and physical activity, and provide tips for reducing caregiver stress and burden.

Episode 19 – Tracey Lawrence – What is Caregiver Stress Syndrome?

Tracey Lawrence What is Caregiver Stress Syndrome 0:00/34:211× Caregiver stress syndrome Is a condition of total mental, physical and emotional exhaustion. This is due to providing care for another and neglecting themselves and their own needs. Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane carbo and I’m with

Feeling Caregiver Guilt Over Long Term Care Placement? This Will Help

Tony of Toronto shares his experience with the difficult decision to place his mother, diagnosed with Alzheimer's, in a long term care facility. Despite initial adjustments and improvements in her health, his mother now expresses unhappiness and a desire to return home.

These Activities for Senior Citizen Centers Around Dementia Prevention

In this blog post, we explore various activities that senior citizen centers can offer to help prevent the symptoms of dementia and maintain brain function.

Episode 18 – Pat Deegan RN – Cultural Influences on end of life care affects end of life planning

PATDEE10:00/31:301× Religion, culture, ethnicity, social circumstances, geography and even gender plays a role in end of life planning. Communicating your beliefs to health care providers and family members helps assure that your wishes are respected. Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane carbo with caregiver relief. And today

What's the Buzz on Axona and Dementia?

Axona is a prescription medical food used to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. It works by addressing energy deficits in the brain and providing an alternative source of energy through ketosis.

Daughter CareGiver with Uncooperative Father WWII Vet and Japanese POW

Struggling with an aging father who constantly asks for advice on topics you're not qualified to help with? Find tips for handling the situation and maintaining a healthy relationship with your dad.

Episode 17 – Tracey Lawrence – Medicare Coverage

Tracey Lawrence Medicare coverage0:00/27:581× Learn the good m the bad and the ugly of Medicare and Medicaid will and will not cover and how it may negatively impact your pocket book. Tracey Lawrence – Medicare coverage Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane Carbo with caregiver relief and I

Expanded Medicare and Dental Coverage: A Crisis Looming

Expanding dental coverage through Medicare and community outreach could improve public health and lower long-term expenses for aging seniors."

10 Warning Signs Your Aging Parent Needs Help in the Home

Alzheimer's and the Holidays

Learn about the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease during the holiday season. Discover strategies to help reduce stress and create meaningful moments with your loved one, despite cognitive decline.

Assisted Living -Dangerous, Deceiving and Dysfunctional Part 1

I have been an RN for over 40 years. I have worked in Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs).  As an agency nurse and as a Director of Nursing (DON). PBS Front Line special Life and Death In Assisted Living The Assisted Living Facility where I worked as a Director of Nursing

Activity Ideas for Dementia Shopping in the Early Stages

Dementia can affect a person's motivation and ability to take initiative, but being active and participating in everyday tasks can help slow cognitive decline. Find out how to support your loved one with dementia through shopping, exercise, and other activities of daily living.

Episode 16 – Pat Deegan RN MA – When Death is Imminent

Pat Deegan RN MA When Death is Imminent0:00/28:591× Dying is a natural process that occurs in stages. It can take minutes, or months. It all depends on the persons body. Today we are going to address the physical signs of dying to give you an understanding what

What are the Stages of Dementia?

Today we are gonna address what are the stages of dementia, the memory, and ability to think. And do routine things declines when you have a diagnosis of dementia. It does not happen all at once. And there's a progression of dementia that can be divided into seven distinct stages.

102 Things You Wish You Knew Before You Started Caregiving

Discover the 102 Secrets to Ease Your Caregiving Journey As a caregiver, you're faced with unique challenges and responsibilities that can be overwhelming at times. That's why we've put together a guide that will help you care for your loved ones with confidence. "102 Things You Wish You Knew Before

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Assisted Living Concerns : What is the Point?

Placing a loved one in assisted living can be a difficult decision, but it can also provide specialized care and support for those with cognitive decline or physical impairments. Learn about the benefits of assisted living and how it can improve the well-being of your aging family member.

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Hip Replacement Pain- How Do You Assess Pain With Dementia?

Hip replacement surgery can be especially challenging for those with dementia, who may not be able to communicate their pain. As a caregiver, it's important to know the signs and symptoms of discomfort, and to use techniques like RIME (rest, ice, medicate, elevate) to manage pain.

A Happy Mothers Day Message Caregivers and Mothers

Happy Mother's Day to all the special women who provide care for their mothers or others. As unpaid caregivers, they show incredible strength and dedication in their important work. Let's recognize and support these caregivers on this special day.

Episode 15 – Tracey Lawrence – Taking care of a loved one with dementia

Tracey Lawrence Taking care of a loved one with dementia0:00/33:221× Learn tips, tricks and information of the challenges caregivers with dementia face. Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane Carbo with caregiver relief and today I have Tracey S Lawrence with me. She’s the founder of grand

What is the Cognitive Abilities Screening Test (CASI)?

Learn about the Cognitive Abilities Screening Test (CASI), a mental screening tool used to assess cognitive abilities and identify the severity of dementia in individuals. Discover the scoring range, test components, and how a neuropsychologist can use the CASI to plan for future care needs.

Art Lesson Plans : How Creativity Improves Your Memory

Creative activities like art lesson plans can help offset the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, a degenerative condition with no known cure. Art can trigger visual awareness, color definition, and hand-eye coordination, and can also provide a social outlet for seniors.

Episode 14 – Kim Doviak Van Hassel – Caring for aging parents. A Love Story. Part 1

Kim Doviak Van Hassel Caring for aging parents A Love Story Part 10:00/35:471× Kim Doviak Van Hassel Caregiver Coach Her Caregiving Journey My day my mom was given the diagnosis of Parkinson’s with essential tremor, I felt as if someone had punched me in the gut.

New Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria Superbug , CRE, What You Can Do To Protect Yourself

Antibiotic resistant bacteria superbugs, like CRE, are a growing threat that infect over 2 million people in the US annually and kill at least 25,000.

The Most Devastating Myths Of Grief and How to Combat Them #3

Diane Carbo, a registered nurse care manager and owner of caregiverrelief.com, shares her personal journey of loss and how she overcame the myths and pain of grief with the help of the Afterlife Recovering from Grief Program.

Alzheimer’s Dementia and Hoarding Behavior

In this blog post, Anna shares her experiences caring for her mother with Alzheimer's dementia and the challenges of managing hoarding behavior. Read on to learn more about the genetic component of hoarding and tips for finding balance as a caregiver.

Episode 13 – Pat Deegan RN – End of Life Planning. What is a POLST? What is Palliative Care, Hospice Care and Curative Care?

Pat Deegan RN End of Life Planning What is a POLST What is Palliative Care Hospice Care and Curative Care 0:00/29:451× There are many different options to understand when planning for end of life. Today we will explain the different options, what they mean to you. Advanced

About Alzheimer’s Disease Research

Learn about the latest developments in Alzheimer's disease research, including the causes and potential treatments for the debilitating cognitive disorder. Stay informed with the latest findings from leading scientists and medical professionals.

Episode 12 – Tracey Lawrence – Guilt and Other Useless Gyrations

Tracey Lawrence Guilt and Other Useless Gyrations0:00/33:591× Guilt, stress , anger and resentment are just a few emotions a caregiver will feel. They can motivate or immobilize a caregiver. Guilt guides your actions and affects your health. Join us today to learn how we can help you manage

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Caring Slows Cognitive Decline

Learn how mindfulness based stress reduction techniques and a caring approach can help delay cognitive decline in a family member with dementia and improve the caregiver's quality of life. Read this 20 page report for more information.

Treatment to Alzheimer's Disease–The Facts about Alzheimer’s Disease

Learn the facts about Alzheimer's disease and how it can be treated to manage symptoms. Discover the myths surrounding this condition, and understand the importance of a care plan for those living with Alzheimer's disease.

My Father, Dementia and Caregiving

Join me on my journey as a family caregiver for my father with dementia. I share my experiences, challenges, and tips for successfully caring for a loved one with dementia at home.

Episode 11 – Alycia Martel – Dementia Grief and Losing a Loved One

Alycia Martel Dementia Grief and Losing a Loved One0:00/25:531× The death of a loved one is difficult for anyone. It is a special challenge when someone in the family has dementia. Family members are challenged to know how and when to tell the person with dementia about

Alzheimer Drug News: A Phase 3 Clinical Trial

Get the latest news on a potential new treatment for moderate to severe Alzheimer's patients. ELND005 has shown promising results in reducing agitation and aggression in Phase 2 trials and is now on the FDA's fast track for approval.

What Does Green Burial Mean? An Eco Friendly Burial

Learn about the growing trend of green burial, a natural and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional funeral practices. Find out how a green burial can help preserve nature and contribute to the cycle of life

Episode 10 – Tracey S Lawrence – Multitasking is harmful to caregivers. How to retrain your brain.

Tracey S Lawrence Multitasking is harmful to caregivers0:00/32:091× Multi tasking is doing more than one thing at at time. It is having a negative impact on our health. If you think multi tasking makes you more productive, think again. Learn what you as a caregiver can do

Love Others As We Love Ourselves : Faith in Caregiving

As a caregiver, it's important to show love and compassion to those in your care. This Bible reflection and meditation guide offers tips on how to express love and patience while caring for others, and ends with a prayer for guidance in this journey.

Episode 9 – Pat Deegan RN – Advanced Planning

PATDEE10:00/34:271× Death and Dying is a natural process. With advanced technology, death is seen as a failure. WE are going to discuss the death and dying process, anticipatory grief. WE want to help you over come your fear of dying. Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane carbo

Dealing With Grief : Anniversaries….

Anniversaries can be a time of mixed emotions, especially when they coincide with grief and loss. In this heartfelt reflection, Diane Carbo explores the challenges and joys of remembering loved ones and how to navigate the difficult emotions that come with it.

A month later: Sorrow and hurt, gratitude and self-care

In this column, Diane Carbo shares her experience of grieving the loss of her father and the self-care practices she has implemented to cope with the hurt and sadness. She also reflects on the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia and the importance of forgiveness and self-preservation.

Episode 8 – Betsy Wurzel – Hospice Care for late stage dementia

Betsy Wurzel Hospice Care for late stage dementia0:00/35:051× There are good hospice companies and there are bad. Betsy is going to share her experience. We are going to discuss your options as a caregiver. Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane carbo with caregiver relief. And today I

10 Most Common Types of Dementia

Learn about the most common types of dementia, including Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, and mixed dementia, as well as their causes and symptoms. We also discuss less common forms of dementia, such as Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease and Huntington's disease.

Episode 7 – Alycia Martel – Caring for the Caregiver

7 Alycia Martel Caring for the Caregiver0:00/27:591× Caring for another is a selfless act. Caregiver stress kills. Todays podcast is about a caregivers journey interrupted by a car accident. Hear how she survived and continues to provide care for her father with dementia, as she practices self

Episode 6 – Betsy Wurzel – Medication Management. How to advocate for your family member. Ask the right questions

Betsy Wurzel Medication Management How to advocate for your family member Ask the right questions0:00/37:571× Join two nurses and care giver coaches as we discuss medications. Learn how to advocate for your family member. We no longer have the local pharmacy and pharmacist to rely on. Medicare

Is There Any Financial Help for Caregivers of Elderly Parents?

Caring for elderly parents can be financially overwhelming. Learn about the different options available, such as Medicaid Waiver Programs and VA Aid and Attendance Program. Consider a family caregiver contract to safeguard assets and monetarily support the caregiver.

My Caregiver Responsibilities Left Me Vulnerable to My Evil Siblings

In this powerful personal story, Diane Carbo shares her experience as a 12-year caregiver to her aging parents and how her uninvolved siblings turned against her. Learn how to protect yourself as a family caregiver and avoid similar situations.

How Do I Save My Dad’s Home from Medicaid Spend Down?

Learn how to protect your dad's home from Medicaid spend down and estate recovery efforts. Discover the rules and regulations of home ownership and family caregivers living in the residence. Seek the advice of an elder care attorney to understand the laws in your state.

Has Anyone Regretted Moving Elderly Parents Into Your Home?

One family caregiver shares her experience of feeling exhausted and guilty after moving her elderly parents into her home. Learn about the realities of caregiving and options for support and respite care to maintain your own health and well-being."

Guns and Dementia A Medical Issue? The Questions I Am Asked Are Intrusive

Studies have found that caregivers and gun owning family members, living with someone with dementia, did not remove or lock up their firearms. Learn why this poses a risk and how healthcare professionals are working to educate on responsible gun safety in dementia care

My Caregiver Burden : My Grandmother's Negative Behaviors are Affecting My Children

Navigating dementia and difficult behaviors can be overwhelming for caregivers. Learn more about managing the burden and finding resources to help you and your family in this personal account and list of 100 dementia caregiving tips.

Self Care? Really? How Does A Caregiver Find Time For Self Care? It Is Impossible

As a caregiver, it's important to prioritize your own health and well-being. Learn how to make self care a priority and find balance in your caregiving responsibilities.

I Am Dealing With Controlling Relatives That Have Not Been There to Help, Now At The End Of Life Show Concern

Learn how to handle uninvolved family members who become controlling at the end of life. Get tips on setting boundaries, honoring wishes, and protecting yourself legally and emotionally during this difficult time.

I Was My Mothers Full Time Caregiver for 3 Years. Now My Brother Says I was a Mooch Living for Free While Caring for My Mom

Cindy shares her personal journey as a live-in, full-time caregiver for her mother and the challenges she faced after her passing, including legal battles with her brother. A powerful and emotional story for those dealing with a similar situation.

Compulsive Hoarding What Does Research Tell Us?

Compulsive hoarding is often misunderstood as simply a habit of collecting things. However, research suggests that it may be linked to brain function and genetic predispositions. This article explores the causes and treatment options for compulsive hoarding behaviors.

How To Deal with Grief Over The Holidays

By Alycia Huard Fa la la! Happy Holidays! Deck the halls, stuff the turkey, and bake the pies. Set the table; decorate every corner of the house. Smile! The holiday season is upon us once again. It is a time to give thanks for what we have, show kindness and

Grieving the Loss of a Child (Adult Child)

Losing an adult child is one of the most painful experiences a parent can endure. Learn how to cope with the grief and find support in our Grief Recovery Room Support Group and After Life- Grief Recovery Program.

My Husband Is Living With Dementia, But, Everyone Feels As If He Is Fine

One caregiver shares their experiences and frustrations of living with a loved one who is diagnosed with dementia. Learn about the common symptoms and challenges of dementia and how to navigate them.

Grieving the Loss of a Grandparent

Our After Life Grief Recovery Program offers a unique and comprehensive course with meditation to help you on your grief journey. Join our Grief Recovery Room Support Group and consider taking our After Life- Grief Recovery Program for a comprehensive course on healing from your grief journey.

Considering Nursing Home Placement For My Father, What Should I Look For?

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging and overwhelming. Learn how to overcome feelings of guilt and make the best decision for your loved one and yourself with our nursing home placement checklist and guide.

Three Days of Respite Care and After a Wonderful Time Away, I Woke Up Angrier Than Hell At the Whole World

Being a caregiver can be a challenging and isolating experience, leading to feelings of burnout, depression, and loneliness. If you're struggling to cope, know that you're not alone. Find support and advice on how to navigate this difficult journey and prioritize your own well-being.

I Am Caring for Aging Parents at Home. How Do I Get Them To Accept Outside Help

Caring for aging parents at home can be challenging, especially if they are resistant to accepting outside help. Learn how to listen to and acknowledge your parents' fears, involve them in decision-making, and gradually introduce new forms of care.

I Need Long Distance Caregiving Tips. How Will I Know What To Do?

Providing care for aging parents from a distance can be challenging. Discover how to make your visits count and how to explore financial and insurance options for your parents' future care needs.

Compression Stockings for Venous Insufficiency or Support Hose?

Confused about the difference between compression stockings, support hose and TED hose? Learn about how each product addresses different medical problems and how they can improve blood circulation and alleviate pain and discomfort for venous insufficiency

Gifts For Seniors with Dementia

Discover unique and practical gift ideas for seniors with dementia that can make their daily life easier. From environmental gifts to sensory experiences and medical alert bracelets, these suggestions can help improve safety and comfort for those with memory impairment.

What are the Later Stages : Sundowning and Dementia

If your loved one is experiencing weight loss and a good appetite, consider working with their care team to ensure they are getting enough calories and nutrition.

Dealing With Grief and Loss of a Loved One During the Holidays

Losing a loved one during the holidays can be particularly difficult. In this post, Stephen Garrett shares his insights and ideas for dealing with grief and loss during this time of year. Learn how to plan a celebration that honors your loved one and helps you cope with the pain of their absence.

FTD, Maybe Rare NeuroDegenerative Brain Disorder? No One Knows!!!!

Discovering answers for a possible rare form of frontotemporal lobe dementia known as Corticobasal Syndrome (CBD). Learn about its symptoms, what to expect, and where to turn for support in dealing with the progressive neurodegenerative process.

Husband with Lewy Body Dementia With Parkinsons In Nursing Home. How Can I Bring Him Home?

Learn about in-home care options in PA for loved one with Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson's, including Medicaid Waiver, visiting doctors, and Medicare-covered hospice houses. Find the best care option for your loved one.

Five Star Senior Living Prevents Family Caregiver from Seeing His Father. Can This Happen to You?

One caregiver's story of being prevented from visiting their father at a Five Star Senior Living facility and the implications for other caregivers in similar situations.

Complications of Frontal Lobe Dementia (FTD). My Father Lost Our House

A daughter shares her personal experience of helping her parents navigate the complications of Frontal Lobe Dementia, including financial challenges and the need for support. Join our closed group on Facebook for support and resources.

Diagnosed with dementia

Navigating the early stages of dementia can be difficult for both the person diagnosed and their loved ones. This guide provides tips and resources for caregivers to understand the changes and support their loved one through the journey.

Self-isolating dementia patient

Dementia can make it difficult for those diagnosed to initiate or reach out. Learn how to best support a friend with dementia who is self-isolating by understanding the unique challenges they may be facing and how to reach out in a meaningful way.

Feeding tube at home care

Learn about the importance of education and support for feeding tube care at home. Discover the responsibility of hospitals and the benefits of a referral to palliative care. Learn more from Diane Carbo, RN.

Caregiver Asking for Help

Learn about the importance of self-care for caregivers, and discover resources like the Medicaid Waiver Program and VA Aid and Attendance Program that may provide assistance.

Dealing with a narcissist

Navigating the challenges of caring for a narcissistic grandmother with dementia and the complications it brings to a family, including financial struggles and the need for power of attorney.

Hope to inspire

Janet shares the touching story of her mom, a 5th stroke survivor, and how love and support helped her overcome nursing homes, oxygen, and more. Read on for inspiration and tips on caregiving and self-care.

In Home Health Care Provider Care South HomeCare

Welcome to our community for aging seniors, family caregivers, and professionals. Share your knowledge and experience on in-home health care and learn from others. Join the conversation today and make a difference in the lives of those in need.

Episode 5 – Pat Deegan RN – End of life – Importance of planning ahead

5 Pat Deegan RN End of life Importance of planning ahead0:00/15:181× Planning ahead for end of life allows you to be in control of your life and have your wishes honored until you die. It saves energy, stress and resources for your surviving family members. Diane Carbo:

Looking for a Memory Care Unit? Here is a Checklist for You

Not all Memory Care Units are created equal. Here is a checklist for you to compare and make the decision for the program that is right for you and your family member.

Grieving the Loss of a Sibling (Brother or Sister)

Find comfort and support in our online grief recovery program and support group. Our unique course with meditation can help you work through your grief and find resolution. Share your thoughts and feelings with others who understand.

Grieving the Loss of a Father

Find comfort and support in our online grief recovery program and support group. Our unique course with meditation can help you heal and find resolution on your grief journey. Share your thoughts and feelings with others who understand.

Grieving the Loss of a Friend

Find comfort and support in our online grief recovery program and support group. Our course and meditation can help you heal and find resolution on your grief journey. Share your thoughts with others who understand.

Rectal Prolapse

If you're caring for someone with rectal prolapse, it's important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In this article, we discuss the severity of the condition, treatment options, and the importance of palliative care for ongoing support."

APS

Get tips from RN Diane Carbo on how to help an older friend concerned about losing control of finances and being placed in a nursing home. Includes getting a competency test and speaking to a primary care physician.

ADL

Learn about the acronym ADL and understand its significance as a tool for measuring independence in older adults. Get tips for self care and continue on your caregiving journey with our guide for caregivers.

Grieving the Loss of a Pet

Our unique course with meditation can help you work through your grief and find resolution. Share your thoughts and feelings with others who understand the bond between humans and their pets.

Grieving the Loss of a Mother

Losing your mother is a deeply painful experience that can leave you feeling alone. Our unique course with meditation can help you work through your grief and find resolution. Share your thoughts and feelings with others who understand.

Caregiver stress

Being a caregiver for a loved one with dementia is challenging and can lead to caregiver stress and burnout. Learn how to recognize the signs of burnout and take steps to prioritize your own health and well-being in this informative blog post by Diane Carbo.

Dementia Problems

Personal account of caring for a loved one with dementia and feeding tube dependency, discussing the emotional and difficult decisions involved

Feeding Tube

Learn about the reasons why a feeding tube may be inserted and discontinued, and weigh the pros and cons of this life-sustaining treatment. Get informed with our latest article.

Grieving the Loss of a Spouse or Lifetime Partner

Find support on your journey through grief with our online program and support group for those who have lost a spouse or lifetime partner. Our unique course includes meditation to help you find resolution.

Respite Care Facility for Alzheimer Patients

Learn about respite care options for non-terminal Alzheimer's patients in Milwaukee County and how to pay for it, including family caregiver contracts and private pay options.

Hoping to meet

Evelyn shares her experience as a Care Manager and Patient Advocate, and how working with Diane helped her to grow her business online. Learn more about their successful collaboration.

Adult Protective Services

Learn about the warning signs of financial exploitation by a family caregiver and the steps you can take to protect your aging parent, including seeking legal advice and reporting suspicions to Adult Protective Services.

Long distance caregiver

Being a long distance caregiver for a loved one can be challenging, especially when balancing the need to provide care with financial obligations.

Do Family Caregiver Duties Include Going Into the Bathroom To Provide Intimate Personal Care?

As a family caregiver, duties often include providing intimate personal care for elderly parents. Learn how to handle privacy concerns, promote independence, and provide dignified care. Discover tips on how to assist with bathing, toileting, and other intimate care needs.

Compassion Burnout, A Harsh Reality for Many Caregivers

Compassion burnout" is a common experience for caregivers, who often put the needs of others before their own. It's important to take time to relax and recharge, rather than pushing through it, in order to avoid becoming numb to others' suffering.

Living to 90 Years Old and Beyond. An Update.

Discover the latest insights on living to age 90 and beyond from the 90+ Study, the largest research effort focused on health and lifestyle issues of Americans and Canadians in their 90s.

Is There Life After Death? What Are Your Thoughts?

Diane Carbo shares her thoughts on the afterlife and her belief in the continuation of the soul after physical death. She also discusses her experiences with mediums and the comfort of being able to connect with deceased loved ones.

Coconut Oil as a Treatment for Dementia : My Story

Learn about the potential benefits of coconut oil for dementia from caregiver Catherine Frayne. Read about her experience using coconut oil to improve her mother's short term memory and the positive impact it had on their lives.

Judy Cared for Her Darling Elderly Parents, But Will Her Own Needs Be Met?

Judy Morton, who faced financial hardship, family conflict, and the loss of multiple loved ones while caring for her father, uncle, and mother. Act now to support the Family Caregiver Relief Act and improve the lives of caregivers across America.

Life After Caregiving, Re-entering, One Step at a Time

A personal story about the struggles of caregiving and the joys of regaining independence through the help of a trusted mechanic.

LGBT caregivers: The Isolated Among The Isolated

Explore the unique challenges faced by LGBT caregivers, who often fall into caregiving roles due to lack of children or spouse and may also face isolation in their own old age.

Life after Caregiving : Remembering My Parents Anniversary

Johnny and Jo's love story spans 72 years, including a difficult journey of caregiving for Johnny during his cancer battle.

Life After Loss Grief Recovery

If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, our After Life Grief Recovery Program can help you find a healthy resolution and begin the journey of healing.

Is A Family Caregiver Contract Necessary?

Learn about the benefits and steps to create a family caregiver contract for aging parents. Understand the expectations of the caregiver and care recipient, and avoid potential legal issues with the help of an eldercare law attorney.

Grieving the Loss of an Infant or Child

Find support and guidance in our Grief Recovery Room and comprehensive After Life program for parents who have lost a child. Navigate the grieving process and find peace on your journey.

When the End of Addiction is Like Grieving

Ending an addiction can be emotionally challenging, as it often involves grieving the loss of a destructive but familiar way of life. In this article, we explore the concept of "grief deprivation" and how to navigate the five stages of grief in addiction recovery.

Episode 4 – Alycia Martel – Caregiving and Isolation

4 Alycia Martel Caregiving and Isolation0:00/22:411× Caregiver Isolation and Loneliness Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane Carbo with caregiver relief today. I have Alicia Martel. She is our end of life care advocate, caregiver, coach, and podcast contributor. Alycia, I’m so excited. You’re here today.

The Directory of Home Health Care Washington DC

As the baby boomers continue to age and require in-home healthcare, the Directory of Home Health Care in Washington DC will be a valuable resource. Find listings for top agencies like ABA Home Health Care, ASAP Services, and Ideal Nursing Services.

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The West Virginia Home Health Care Directory

Need help finding home health care services in West Virginia? Our free directory is a valuable resource for caregivers and their families. Browse listings of home healthcare agencies in WV and get the help you need for your aging loved ones.

The Wisconsin Home Health Care Directory (WI)

Find reliable home health care providers in Wisconsin with our directory. Learn about the importance of planning for aging at home and discover ways to ensure your health and safety. Free listings for agencies and easy feedback for clients.

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Find home health care services in Kentucky with our directory of agencies. Learn how to prepare for in-home care and make informed decisions for yourself or your loved ones. Stay informed with tips on aging at home, home health care planning, and protecting assets while qualifying for Medicaid.

Directory of Home Health Care in Wyoming

The Directory of Home Health Care in Wyoming is a resource for finding in-home care providers in the state. Learn about options for aging in place and how to prepare for in-home care. Browse our directory for agency listings and contact information.

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Episode 3 – Pat Deegan RN – Advanced Planning : Understanding advanced Directives and the different types of advanced directives

3PATDE10:00/23:311× Advanced planning is a process for setting goals and plans with respect to medical treatment. It is an evolving plan that changes over time. Today we are discussing the importance of medical directives and the different types and the importance of having ongoing conversations on end

Beyond The Best Burger: Yelp Adds Hospital and Nursing Home Reviews

Consumers can now share their experiences with healthcare facilities on Yelp, in addition to the star rating system. This move is a good thing for everyone, according to University of San Francisco nursing Professor Elena Capella, as perceptions of care can impact health outcomes.

Cannabinoids for the Treatment of Dementia? New Break Out Treatments

Learn more about the research on cannabis and its effects on the brain and the potential benefits of using CBD in treating dementia symptoms.

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Episode 2 – Alycia Martel – Preparing for An Unexpected Visit to the Emergency Room

2 Alycia Martel Preparing for An Unexpected Visit to the Emergency Room0:00/17:301× There is nothing more stressful than when you have an unexpected trip to the emergency room. This when vital information can make a difference between life and death. Planning in advance for that unexpected moment

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