by Jennifer | Feb 4, 2020 | ALZHEIMERS, caregiver, Caregiver Burnout, caregiver support, Caregiver Tips, dementia
Dementia is a collective term for a variety of symptoms associated with cognitive decline and brain disorders. Symptoms can include impairment in memory, communication, and thinking.(1) The difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s (other brain diseases) is that...
by Jennifer | Sep 23, 2019 | caregiver support, Moving Parents
When should I move my parents closer to me? While it is ideal that most families live in close proximity to their loved ones. Most families are spread apart with some being a great distance in between, which makes it difficult to decide the best course of action when...
by Jennifer | Jun 21, 2019 | Caregiver Burnout, caregiver burnout tips, caregiver support
While medical advances and higher standards of living are extending the life of many seniors, caring for this generation, as well as the next, will require encouragement and motivation for both the senior and caregiver. This article will go over a few areas of...
by Jennifer | Jan 14, 2019 | caregiver, Caregiver Burnout, caregiver burnout tips, caregiver support, Caregiver Tips
On average, a caregiver spends over 24 hours each week providing care to a loved one with many spending more time per week on various tasks and duties. Family care giving usually involves the most burden, taking care of a spouse or partner that will have a variety of...
by Jennifer | Jan 4, 2019 | caregiver, Caregiver Burnout, caregiver burnout tips, caregiver support, Caregiver Tips
Caregiver responsibilities are all encompassing. Managing the daily lives of another person without breaks or assistance will lead to caregiver burnout. Look for ways to outsource some tasks to help lighten the caregiver responsibility load. Tips for getting the...
by Jennifer | Dec 27, 2018 | caregiver, Caregiver Burnout, caregiver burnout tips, caregiver support, Caregiver Tips
One of the best ways to help fight caregiver burnout is to attend a support group with like minded caregivers who understand the struggles you are going through. When you are in a safe environment you can vent any frustration, worries or concerns you may have. Many...
