by mg_user | Aug 5, 2016 | Caregiver Corner
Caregiver burnout is the term used to describe the emotional, physical and mental fatigue that often comes with the territory when you care for elderly loved ones. As the stress mounts, symptoms can start to surface in the form of exhaustion, mood swings, loss of...
by mg_user | Jul 18, 2016 | Caregiver Corner
As we age, we become more susceptible to a variety of health problems, with hearing and vision loss being two of the most common conditions. Physicians often recommend regular hearing and vision screenings for older adults for this reason. These two conditions may be...
by mg_user | Jul 6, 2016 | Caregiver Corner
When you serve as the primary caregiver for your aging parent, indulging in “me-time” can become a forbidden idea. But it’s crucial as an elderly caregiver that you take time for yourself in order to recharge and relax. As a caregiver, summer vacation doesn’t have to...
by mg_user | Jun 29, 2016 | Caregiver Corner
Caregiving can be a very stressful and time-consuming responsibility, and just like any other job, sometimes it’s nice to have a break from something. In fact, taking a break is essential for your health as a caregiver. But now the question becomes: how do you...
by mg_user | Jun 16, 2016 | Caregiver Corner
Caring for an elderly parent can be rewarding, but also extremely frustrating and lonely at times. While your main goal of caregiving springs from a place of love, it can be quite easy to want to give up, especially when a parent is being stubborn. Luckily, you are...
by mg_user | Jun 6, 2016 | Caregiver Corner
The month of June brings along with it many new and exciting things – summer is right around the corner, but our personal favorite is celebrating Father’s Day! Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday in June, and it’s never too early to start thinking about what you’re...