Minimizing the financial impact of caregiving
January 20, 2025Is caring for a loved one beginning to feel like a wallop to your wallet? AARP estimates that family caregivers... Read More →
Categories for Family Caregiver Support
Creating a dementia-friendly home
January 13, 2025Imagine living in a home you’ve known for years but that suddenly feels unfamiliar and confusing. This is the reality... Read More →
Creating a safe mail system
January 6, 2025Junk mail creates an annoying and potentially dangerous situation for older adults, especially if they have dementia or mild cognitive... Read More →
Reducing the stress of procrastination
December 30, 2024Many of us have the habit of procrastination. We stall rather than move forward decisively. Ultimately, of course, decisions are... Read More →
Five strategies for emotional health
December 23, 2024Being a family caregiver has plenty of sweet moments, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t also emotionally challenging. It’s often... Read More →
Does standing up cause dizziness?
December 16, 2024If standing up causes dizziness for your loved one, even simple movements such as getting up from the couch or... Read More →
“I don’t need help”
December 9, 2024It’s a common refrain and the bane of many family members: Your loved one is having trouble, yet he or... Read More →
Age-friendly car features
December 2, 2024Older drivers are generally more cautious, but also more vulnerable to injury during a crash. Good news: Keeping your relative... Read More →
Touch as a lifeline for elders
November 25, 2024We come into the world with an immediate need for touch—to feel safe and comforted. Touch is often described as... Read More →
Holiday dementia visits
November 18, 2024Perhaps you are looking forward to visiting relatives this holiday season. If your loved one has dementia, however, consider their... Read More →