What is Sundowning and How Can You Manage It?
Caregivers often care for seniors with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia; 20% of these seniors may also experience a phenomenon known as Sundowners Syndrome or more commonly known as…
Meaningful Activities for Dementia Patients
Dementia can affect the quality of your loved one’s life, making it crucial to find ways to bring joy and meaning to your loved one’s life through activities they could…
Signs Your Aging Parent Needs Help
Watching your parent grow older can be heartbreaking but understand it’s a natural part of life. Old age comes with hardships like mobility or memory loss, but you can ease…
Arthritis Pain Relief Tips & Supportive Tools
Arthritis refers to a range of conditions that involve pain and inflammation of the joints. It is a degenerative condition, which means symptoms tend to worsen over time. Arthritis can…
Caregiver Burnout
The number of Americans providing unpaid care increased from 43.5 million in 2015 to 53 million in 2020, with 21% of family caregivers reporting their health is poor to fair.…
Preventing Social Isolation in Seniors
Humans are social creatures; we all need some form of social interaction at all stages of life. Senior citizens can feel lonely, especially when living alone, but there are ways…
The Pros and Cons of Elderly Parents Living On Their Own
Deciding the best living situation for your elderly parents can be daunting. While keeping them at home might seem like the more comfortable option, it can add stress to the…
Talking to Parents with Dementia or Alzheimers
It can be challenging for everyone involved when caring for a parent with a diminished memory. The emotional impact it can have can be devastating. You’ll probably notice their communication…
Helping Your Loved One Recover after a Stroke
Brain injuries caused by a stroke can leave a family member physically and/ or mentally disabled. These unexpected incidents can come with troublesome consequences for victims and their families. Although…
Reduce Holiday Stress: Tips for Families With Disabled Loved Ones
The holiday season comes with joy, happiness, and sometimes stress. If you have a disabled family member, holiday stress can dampen the most important part of the holiday season— celebrating…
