Caregiving
Stress Busters for Caregivers
Before the daily demands of caregiving exact a toll on your well-being, consider these techniques to regroup and unwind.
5 Ways to Succeed as a Caregiver
Many of us will ultimately become caregivers—for a parent, adult child or a spouse. These tips will help prepare you for this challenging role.
The Spiritual Rewards of Caregiving
Whether it’s a spouse with Alzheimer’s, a child with cancer, or a parent with Parkinson’s, three family caregivers share their most important takeaways.
How to Make Memorial Day Meaningful for an Older Veteran
If you’re a caregiver to a loved one who served in the military, this day of remembrance offers a special opportunity to connect.
What to Know About Caring for a Loved One from Afar
A researcher who is designing an intervention to help long-distance caregivers discusses the complexities of this journey.
How to Talk to Your Loved One About Hiring In-Home Care
When you lead with empathy, ask for input and truly listen, it can help to break through resistance.
Do I Need to Step Back from Caregiving?
If you can no longer handle your loved one’s care, these 5 tips can help ease the transition.
Meeting Your Mom’s Needs on Mother’s Day When She Has Memory Loss
A geriatric doctor, who cared for her mother with Alzheimer’s, shares tips to keep your celebration simple and flexible.
Conditions and Illnesses That Can Lead to Falls
When you understand these medical risk factors, you can support your older loved one avoid an injury.
Caregiving: A Burden of Love
Recalling a mother’s devotion for her son, while exploring the connection between Alzheimer’s and Down syndrome.
When the Caregiver Needs Caregiving: What If You Can’t Be There for Your Loved One?
An Alzheimer’s support expert shares 5 tips to prepare in case something happens to you.
Taking a Closer Look at Memory Loss
Worries about a family history of Alzheimer’s leads to an MRI and more prayers.
5 Signs Your Senior Loved One Feels Isolated and Lonely
Trouble sleeping, withdrawal and changes in appearance are just a few of the things caregivers should watch out for.
The Truth About Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
Many understandably associate dementia with aging, but it can impact younger people, too.
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Love is the only thing in the world that you have to give away to get.
