Five Ways to Give a Family Caregiver a Break
Due to your full-time job or distance from your parents’ home, you don’t help with their care as much as others. Their care falls on your sister’s shoulders. How can you help give her a break when you’re not close or don’t have as much time? Ask Her What Would Help the Most Ask your […]
What to Keep in Mind When Dementia Behaviors are Difficult
One of the hardest parts of being a family caregiver to someone with dementia is that the disease changes the way the older adult behaves. It can be very hard to see your elderly grandfather who was always a sweet, gentle man scream or yell. And, having someone follow you around the house, even into […]
Can a Therapy Dog Help Your Elderly Loved One?
Taking care of an elderly loved one can be a lot of work. You need to make sure you are taking care of yourself or you won’t be able to properly take care of your elderly loved one. In the meantime, however, one of the things you can do to help care for your elderly […]
Why Is Sleep So Important for You as a Caregiver?
You might not have felt truly rested in a while because you’ve been busy being a caregiver, but that’s something you need to examine more closely. Sleep is vital for good health period, and it’s even more urgent for you as a caregiver. You Need Sleep to Repair Body Damage During the day, the human […]
Are Financial Problems in Seniors a Sign of Early Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s disease often begins months or even years before noticeable symptoms occur. However, a new study indicates that when an older adult starts having trouble with their finances, it could be one of the earliest signs that Alzheimer’s is affecting their cognitive abilities. Alzheimer’s and Fiscal Responsibility Before receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, […]
