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Gift for Caregivers : Some Christmas Cheer

Faith In Caregiving

Gift for Caregivers : Some Christmas Cheer

Inspiration for caregivers: our Faith in Caregiving series offers hope & a message of the spiritual side of caregiving. Bring joy & peace to loved ones this Christmas season.

A Comprehensive Guide to VA Benefits for Seniors: Navigating Aid, Attendance, and Long-Term Care

Financial / Legal

A Comprehensive Guide to VA Benefits for Seniors: Navigating Aid, Attendance, and Long-Term Care

Explore the array of VA extended benefits for veterans, covering vocational rehabilitation, specialized healthcare, housing assistance, and bereavement counseling. Learn how these benefits support veterans' diverse needs beyond basic healthcare and pensions

The Cost of Assisted Living and The Need to Oversee Those Charges

The Cost of Assisted Living and The Need to Oversee Those Charges

earn about the unexpected costs and hidden charges that can come with assisted living and how to ensure you're getting the best value for your money. Our personal story highlights the importance of staying vigilant and advocating for your loved ones.

Veterans Day Thanking Our Heroes

Caregiver Support

Veterans Day Thanking Our Heroes

This Veterans Day, take a moment to honor the sacrifices made by our heroes, including the story of Harry S. Mitchell, Jr., a WWII veteran who served as a B-17 radio operator and waist gunner, and the quiet, gentle, and unassuming neighbor we never truly knew.

Demystifying the Role of a Financial Caregiver: Responsibilities and Insights

Demystifying the Role of a Financial Caregiver: Responsibilities and Insights

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.

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

Caregiving Issues

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.

Caring for Dementia Patients Incontinence or Prolapse

Caregiving Issues

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.

Be Prepared for the Unexpected Emergency Visit to Hospital

Be Prepared for the Unexpected Emergency Visit to Hospital

Being prepared for an unexpected trip to the emergency room can save time, decrease stress, and even improve treatment.

Alcohol Dementia

Alcohol Dementia

Alcohol Dementia

Alcohol dementia, also known as Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, is a neurological disorder caused by long-term alcohol abuse. It is characterized by memory loss, mobility issues, confabulation, and difficulty learning and retaining new information.

Choosing the Right Walk-In Tub for Elderly: A Comprehensive Review

Home Modifications for Safety

Choosing the Right Walk-In Tub for Elderly: A Comprehensive Review

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.

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

Caregiving Issues

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.

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

Caregiver Support

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.

Tests for Alzheimer’s /Dementia: The Pros and Cons

Tests for Alzheimer’s /Dementia: The Pros and Cons

Tests for Alzheimer's/ Dementia: strengths and weaknesses of each test and the effect it has on diagnosis. Cognitive and functional assessments, global assessments, and self-administered tests all play a role in detecting Alzheimer's.

Tips for Caring for Someone with Bipolar

Medical Conditions

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.

Dementia Challenge: Navigating Change with Compassion

Behavior Modification

Dementia Challenge: Navigating Change with Compassion

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.

Are Retirement Living Communities the New WoodStock for Boomers?

Are Retirement Living Communities the New WoodStock for Boomers?

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.

Understanding Lewy Body Disease: Key Information

Understanding Lewy Body Disease: Key Information

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.

Meeting the Critical Need for Medication Training Among Family Caregivers

Meeting the Critical Need for Medication Training Among Family Caregivers

Discover the concerns and statistics surrounding medication management for senior caregivers, and the importance of providing proper education and resources to support this vital role.

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

Caring for the caregiver

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.

Navigating Dementia and Overeating: Balancing Care and Concern

Ask the Experts

Navigating Dementia and Overeating: Balancing Care and Concern

One caregiver's story of dealing with a loved one with dementia who wants to eat constantly.

Caregiving and Family Issues: Wisdom Yields Patience

Faith In Caregiving

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.

Stages of Dementia

Types of Dementia

Stages of Dementia

Learn about the seven stages of dementia, as outlined by Dr. Barry Reisberg, Director of the Clinical Core of the U.S. National Institute on Aging and Professor of Psychiatry at New York University.

Managing Sundowner's Syndrome: Strategies and Insights

Behavior Modification

Managing Sundowner's Syndrome: Strategies and Insights

Dealing with sundowner's syndrome in a loved one with dementia can be exhausting for family caregivers. Learn about the causes and symptoms of sundowner's and tips for managing it through medication, environmental and behavioral approaches.

Has Anyone Regretted Moving Elderly Parents Into Your Home?

Ask the Experts

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."

Certified Aging In Place Specialist Series

Professional Services

Certified Aging In Place Specialist Series

Successful aging in place often means home remodeling plans or universal design house plans when building a new home. It is a good idea to plan for successful aging when you build your first home whether you are twenty, thirty, forty, the younger the better.