Caregiving
Pets as Caregiving Companions
In this video, three people discuss the caregiving role their pets played in their households.
How You Can Benefit from Flexing Your Gratitude Muscle
As a caregiver, shifting your attention to things you’re thankful for can overcome negative thinking
Financial Exploitation: Know the Red Flags
Older adults, especially those with cognitive decline, are vulnerable to financial abuse. Know what to look for.
Why Oral Health is Important for Older Adults
Taking an older loved one to the dentist and regular brushing and flossing can improve well-being
Home Instead Senior Care Celebrates 25th Anniversary with ‘Ready to Care’ Initiative
The campaign encourages people to take small actions to brighten a senior’s life.
9 Suggestions for Preventing Caregiver Burnout
Caring for someone with dementia may require your intense vigilance as a caregiver, but there is much you can do to release your own stress.
Where to Turn When a Family Member Has Alzheimer’s
An abundance of resources offer information for family caregivers.
9 Strategies for Dealing with Repetition in People with Dementia
Discovering what’s behind your loved one’s repetitive questions can help you manage them.
What to Know About Wandering in People with Dementia
A potential symptom of Alzheimer’s disease, wandering behavior can stem from a search for safety and reassurance.
9 Practical Tips to Build Resiliency and Combat Caregiver Burnout
From finding humor in a tough situation to trying creative problem-solving, you can develop a more resilient spirit
7 Methods for Dealing with Time Confusion in People with Alzheimer’s
Remaining flexible can help alleviate anxiety.
6 Practical Ways to Resolve Sleep Issues
Watching your loved one’s caffeine intake and offering a stuffed animal to cuddle are possible solutions.
5 Approaches to Sleep Regulation for Someone with Severe Dementia
Daytime “wake cues” and a bedtime routine can help your loved one get better sleep.
What to Do If Your Loved One with Dementia Sleeps Too Much
Changes in sleep patterns are not unusual, but check with a physician.
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