by mg_user | Jan 11, 2019 | Caregiver Corner
Caring for older adults suffering from dementia is no easy task. You want to love and support them as best you can, but it can be frustrating and overwhelming at times. Dementia is a complex disorder, and it doesn’t come with an instruction manual. Each case can be...
by mg_user | Dec 28, 2018 | Caregiver Corner
Sometimes, caring for an aging parent can go above and beyond helping them with physical tasks, like bathing, dressing, and cooking. These physical tasks are can be challenging, but the emotional aspects of caring for an aging parent can be daunting at times....
by mg_user | Dec 9, 2018 | Caregiver Corner
Wintertime can be a nice change after the blisteringly hot days of summer, but between the freezing temperatures, heavy snowfall and the increased risk of house fires or power outages, this time of year comes with many safety hazards for elderly living alone. It’s...
by mg_user | Nov 21, 2018 | Caregiver Corner
Self-care for caregivers shouldn’t get set aside just because the holiday season is upon us. Although this time of year can be stressful for everyone, it can be especially stressful for those who are also caring for aging loved ones. For caregivers, coming up with a...
by mg_user | Nov 8, 2018 | Caregiver Corner
November is National Family Caregivers Month, and although caregivers should be acknowledged year-round, this month is dedicated to celebrating the contributions of the more than 43 million Americans who care for a loved one. With longer life expectancies, declining...
by mg_user | Nov 7, 2018 | Caregiver Corner
Being a caregiver to an aging parent is one of the most challenging and overlooked jobs in this country right now. It is estimated that almost 44 million Americans provide their loved ones with unpaid care, 34 million of which are caring for adults over the age of 50....
