The jury is still out on when to celebrate National Caregiver Appreciation Day. Some say the third week in February, others say mid-March, while more insist it’s in November. No matter what day you celebrate caregiver appreciation, one day is not enough to thank them for all they do. Valentine’s Day is the perfect time…
At Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Centers, our annex programs are activity centers for the intellectually disabled and elderly. Here, they can participate in hobbies or activities to keep them active, engaged, and social. Participants will not only look forward to visiting the activity center, but they will also begin to recognize and remember the…
Caregiver stress can shoot through the roof the more our elderly loved ones age. When you’re close to the situation, sometimes it might be hard to spot when your loved one needs more help than you can offer. Don’t be worried if you do spot these signs in your loved one; care for the elderly…
Do you ever feel as though you’re drowning in responsibility? Do you feel like you’re pedaling backward most days? Have you lost sight of your own hobbies and personal life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re probably in need of some assistance when it comes to caregiver support. Caregiver support is…
No one is more selfless than a caregiver. They make themselves available to their disabled loved ones and make adult disabled care their priority. But what about caregiver self care? Is there such a thing as care for the caregiver? Or is it just a caregiver myth? Here’s some advice for caregivers of elderly…
When society talks about assisting disabled and/or elderly family members, they often skip over the benefits of caregiving. It’s a shame, too, because studies show there are plenty of positive aspects of caregiving. We’re here to put the rumors to rest. If a family caretaker balances their duties with respite and plenty of support, the…
Disabled adults need just as much activity, socialization, and exercise as any other person. Exercise for disabled adults, even those with limited mobility, has been linked to several health benefits. Reputable adult day programs should make physical activity part of their daily routine. If your special family member is not enrolled in an adult day…
After a long, chilly winter, things are finally warming up in Las Vegas. Locals are ready to step into the sun for some springtime fun! Vegas is the kind of city that has something for everyone. Try some of these local spring activities with your disabled loved ones. Local Spring Activities for Disabled Adults Visit…
Did you know that close to 6 million people in the US live with a form of paralysis? With numbers like that, innovative wheelchair technology is a huge industry. The latest wheelchair designs are so out of this world creative that we can’t wait to see what the future holds. We’re thinking something along the…
Several disabled bloggers are proving what we already know: differently abled loved ones are just like everyone else, and they lead happy, full lives. Blogs written by people with disabilities are not only educating the public but also those who care for disabled loved ones. Although there are several stand-out blogs geared towards special families,…
