Month: January 2016
Family Caregiving-Why Respite?
Millions of caregivers throughout our country are putting in long hours, putting up with very difficult circumstances, including difficult aging loved ones, and have little or no relief. If you don’t have much money to spare, how can you get a break? Do you dare give yourself one? Consider giving […]
Caregiver Stress Quiz
Do you know someone who fancies themselves a superhero? Someone who thinks that they can do it all and never asks for help? Is that person you? Are you one of the amazing caregivers out there, who is trying to juggle life, work, family AND caregiving and are starting to […]
Even the Caregiver Needs a Break
Millions of caregivers throughout our country are putting in long hours, putting up with very difficult circumstances, including difficult aging loved ones, and have little or no relief. If you don’t have much money to spare, how can you get a break? Do you dare give yourself one? Consider giving […]
Dealing with Resistance
Oftentimes a loved one needs some help for quite some time before they are willing to accept it. When someone is coming home from the hospital or a rehab facility, it can be a great opportunity to introduce some in-home assistance. This transition time can be seen as a trial […]
Reaching Family Members Beyond The Dementia
Reminiscing is beneficial for everyone involved in the conversation. The young learn about the old. The old become young again before your very eyes, recalling adventures and exploits. It is such a vital part of the whole picture. Yes, the laundry needs to be done, showers offered and meals prepared…but […]