Categories for Family Caregiver Support

If Mom is afraid of falling again

September 2, 2019

Many older adults who have fallen believe it is best to “stay safe” and avoid falling again by restricting their... Read More →

August 26, 2019

Waves of emotionsWhen a person you’ve been caring for dies, you are likely to have many feelings. Sometimes conflicting feelings.... Read More →

August 19, 2019

If the person you care for has Parkinson’s, you may be surprised to discover the many ways the disease hampers... Read More →

August 12, 2019

These days, most everyone is wondering if they are likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease. If someone in your immediate family... Read More →

August 5, 2019

Walking for exercise is recommended for every phase of life! Walking is the easiest physical activity to engage in, and... Read More →

July 29, 2019

If a person you care for receives a serious diagnosis, it can feel like a gut punch—for everyone in the... Read More →

July 22, 2019

A personal emergency response system (PERS) can provide peace of mind if the person you care for lives alone. There... Read More →

July 15, 2019

Mom taught you to always tell the truth. But in the context of caring for someone with memory loss (dementia),... Read More →

July 8, 2019

Perhaps your loved one is downsizing. Or maybe planning a move to assisted living or a nursing home. He or... Read More →

July 1, 2019

If your loved one suddenly developed difficulty with speaking, he or she probably has aphasia, typically from a stroke or... Read More →