The most valuable thing you can give another person is your time. For caregivers, a lot of their time is consumed by their aging loved-one’s physical needs. It can be easy to tune out of conversations. Active listening can have emotional benefits for both parties. Psychology Today shared that adults in their sixties that give [...]
Anticipatory grief occurs often while caregiving. Many caregivers think they are experiencing depression when they are simply going through a natural grieving process during long-term care. Anticipatory grief begins before the person has died. When someone has a disease, injury or condition like Alzheimer’s that changes them permanently grief often sinks in because the person [...]
Changes in memory are normal as we grow older. It can be difficult to recognize normal signs of aging versus signs of Alzheimer’s disease in older adults. When you see multiple signs, it is important to check with a doctor. Receiving support as early as possible is critical. Memory Loss The Disrupts Daily Life Asking [...]
We cannot give from an empty cup. We know that the first rule on a plane is to put your oxygen mask on first, before assisting others. Only when we help ourselves first can we properly support others. Caring for yourself is equally as important as the care that you provide for your loved one. [...]
Urinary tract infections are not always evident to seniors or their family members. When Allison’s mother had a UTI, she was glassy-eyed, confused and had a low-grade fever. Allison and her sister thought these were symptoms associated with their mom’s chronic depression. It wasn’t until their mom mentioned pain during urination that they realized it [...]
“Everything happens for a reason” “This is God’s plan” “At least it’s not cancer” “Think positive thoughts” “God won’t give you more than you can handle” “At least your ____ had a long life” “You look really tired” “Your _____ WAS a beautiful person” “You need to make time for yourself” “Why don’t you get some [...]
Adults in the sandwich generation know the call, “Come over now, your Dad fell” or “Your Mom needs you more than work…”. Many Americans have no paid or unpaid family or sick leave. As a result, many family caregivers lose pay or their jobs. According to AARP: Most family caregivers work full or part-time while [...]
Movies from the past can bring up positive memories for older loved ones. We encourage family members to sit down with their aging parent and watch a movie that might stir up stories from their past. You may be surprised by what you learn about your loved one! Movie nights can become precious family [...]
Are you worried about a loved one getting out of bed on their own? There is important information to consider before purchasing assistive devices for your loved one. According to the FDA, 803 incidents of patients caught, trapped, entangled, or strangled in beds with rails were reported to the FDA between 1985 and January 1st [...]
JoNel Aleccia, Kaiser Health News and Melissa Bailey, Kaiser Health News Photos by Heidi de Marco and Frank Carlson, PBS NewsHour and Randall Hill With a bullet in her gut, her voice choked with pain, Dee Hill pleaded with the 911 dispatcher for help. “My husband accidentally shot me,” Hill, 75, of The Dalles, Ore., [...]
