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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
Medical Safety
Ensure seniors' medication safety. Learn drug risks, manage regimens, spot side effects, and communicate with doctors effectively. Stay vigilant and informed.
Grief Discovery
Death is a natural part of life that we all must face at some point. In this blog post, the author shares their personal perspective on death and what happens after we die, drawing upon their own experiences and beliefs.
End of Life Issues
"Turning Off Pacemaker at End of Life: A Guide" provides compassionate guidance on the ethical, medical, and emotional considerations of deactivating a pacemaker for end-of-life care. Learn the process, legal aspects, and how to navigate this difficult decision.
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.
Caregiving Issues
Respite care is important for a family caregiver to take a break from their caregiving duties. Caregiver support is not always available.
Ask the Experts
Exploring Alternatives to Feeding Tubes in Dementia Care: A guide focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life, balancing nutrition with the unique needs of advanced dementia patients
Behavior Modification
Can exhaustion cause hallucinations? Discover the surprising effects of sleep deprivation on the mind and body. From impaired judgment to vivid hallucinations, learn why sleep is essential and how chronic exhaustion can impact your mental and physical health.
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.
Alternative Approaches to Care
Curious if a nursing home can legally keep you or a loved one from leaving? Discover your rights and the rules that facilities must follow regarding patient discharge and transfer. Empower yourself with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions.
Aging In Place
Being prepared for an unexpected trip to the emergency room can save time, decrease stress, and even improve treatment.
End of Life Issues
Good grief is an expression of shock, surprise or dismay. Good God, often used as an exasperated response, is a related phrase that has evolved into the more bowdlerized 'Good Grief.' It has been used as a phrase for centuries, with its roots in religious texts and stories