Aging In Place
Being Prepared for Any Emergency: Tips & Checklists for Family Caregivers
Being prepared for an unexpected trip to the emergency room can save time, decrease stress, and even improve treatment.
New to Caregiving
Caregiving Issues
Navigating Physical Caregiver Challenges: Providing Safe and Supportive In-Home Care
The physical caregiver challenges of providing care is a topic most family caregivers do not think about until it is too late. Learn how to protect your body.
Caregiving Issues
Caring for Dementia Patients Incontinence or Prolapse
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing incontinence and prolapse. In this article, we provide tips and resources for caregivers to find the best solution for their loved one's needs.
Safety Articles and Checklists
Fall Prevention for Seniors in a Smartphone?
Fall prevention for seniors has just gotten high tech. Falls are the number one independence robber of seniors. Find technology that can help you create a fall prevention plan.
Caregiver Support
How You Can Benefit from a Caregiver Support Group
Taking on the role of a caregiver can be overwhelming. Join a caregiver support group for companionship, improved confidence, better coping skills, reduced anxiety and depression, and practical advice.
Alcohol Dementia
Alcohol Dementia
Alcohol dementia, also known as Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, is a neurological disorder caused by long-term alcohol abuse. It is characterized by memory loss, mobility issues, confabulation, and difficulty learning and retaining new information.
Behavior Modification
Dementia Challenge: Navigating Change with Compassion
Navigating the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming. Learn how to better understand the type of dementia, anticipate behaviors, and improve communication skills to make caregiving less stressful and more satisfying.
Resources
How to Wash Your Hands Properly: Medication Safety Training
By washing your hands properly and often, you can help stop the spread of germs and disease. This simple habit can go a long way in keeping yourself and those around you healthy.
End of Life Issues
Can a Power of Attorney Override a Living Will?
A Power of Attorney (POA) and a Living Will are both vital documents, but they serve different purposes. Can a POA override a Living Will? Discover the key differences, when a POA may have authority, and how to ensure your healthcare wishes are respected in critical situations.
Healthy Aging
Are Retirement Living Communities the New WoodStock for Boomers?
Retirement living communities are evolving to meet the changing needs of seniors, including the right to have a drink. Learn about the trend of legislation addressing liquor licenses in retirement communities and the reasons behind it.
Lewy Body
Understanding Lewy Body Disease: Key Information
Learn about Lewy Body Disease (LBD), a type of dementia that affects 1.4 million people in the U.S. each year. Discover the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for LBD, which is often misdiagnosed as Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease.
Aging In Place
Meeting the Critical Need for Medication Training Among Family Caregivers
Discover the concerns and statistics surrounding medication management for senior caregivers, and the importance of providing proper education and resources to support this vital role.