What to Do When Seniors Refuse Care Due to Cost
A lot of today’s seniors grew up in the Great Depression. They lived through a period of time when the nation was pinching pennies and
The Benefits of Reminiscence Therapy for Dementia
Memory loss and dementia may seem synonymous. However, it is important to understand that long-term memory often remains intact long into the progression of the
Dealing with a Lack of Appreciation as a Family Caregiver
As soon as you woke up this morning until the end of a tiring day, you’ve given your all to the older family member you
How to Make Friends as a Senior and Why It’s Important
If you’ve ever watched children on the playground, you know how effortlessly friendships are formed. A small group might be playing tag, and a newcomer
Understanding How to Reduce the Effects of Chemo Brain
Confusion. Short-term memory problems. Lack of ability to concentrate. Could it be Alzheimer’s? Possibly; but if you’re a cancer survivor, there’s another likely culprit that
Should I Seek Guardianship for My Senior Parent?
In an ideal world, our family relationships would all be helpful and positive. We would manage transitional times smoothly, cooperatively, and without any disagreement. As
How Journaling Could Help You Be a Better Caregiver
A lot of us are writing down notes all the time: grocery lists, to-do reminders, appointments, meetings, events…the list goes on and on. If you
Tools to Help You Serve As a Care Advocate for Someone You Love
“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” – Dr. Seuss, The Lorax Serving as a
Is Aging at Home Alone Possible When Living With Dementia?
There has long been an assumption that when someone received a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of progressive dementia, the only real option