Caregiver Tips

Dementia Care Strategies for Bathing

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.

Medication Safety Training: Diabetes and Low Blood Sugar

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.

Medicare Coverage: How Hospitals Are Deceiving Medicare Patients

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.

Your Home Health Care Provider:Your Rules

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.

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

Dementia and Vision Problems

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.

10 Tips for Dealing with Difficult Aging Parents

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