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With over 50 million Americans involved in caregiving, it's crucial to recognize the diverse types of caregivers. This comprehensive guide explores four primary caregiver categories: family caregivers, working caregivers, long-distance caregivers, and reluctant caregivers
Communications and Conversations
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.
Aging In Place
Being prepared for an unexpected trip to the emergency room can save time, decrease stress, and even improve treatment.
Caregiving Issues
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.
Caregiver Support
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.
Behavior Modification
Navigating the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming. Learn how to better understand the type of dementia, anticipate behaviors, and improve communication skills to make caregiving less stressful and more satisfying.
Resources
By washing your hands properly and often, you can help stop the spread of germs and disease. This simple habit can go a long way in keeping yourself and those around you healthy.
End of Life Issues
A Power of Attorney (POA) and a Living Will are both vital documents, but they serve different purposes. Can a POA override a Living Will? Discover the key differences, when a POA may have authority, and how to ensure your healthcare wishes are respected in critical situations.
Healthy Aging
Retirement living communities are evolving to meet the changing needs of seniors, including the right to have a drink. Learn about the trend of legislation addressing liquor licenses in retirement communities and the reasons behind it.
Lewy Body
Learn about Lewy Body Disease (LBD), a type of dementia that affects 1.4 million people in the U.S. each year. Discover the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for LBD, which is often misdiagnosed as Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease.
Caring for the caregiver
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.
Faith In Caregiving
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.