An Interview with the AlzAuthors Team, a Collector of Stories and Personal Journey’s through Dementia and Alzheimer’s

March 5, 2018.Reading time 4 minutes.

I had a fabulous discussion with the AlzAuthor’s team this week. These five amazing women all have their own personal journey’s with Alzheimer’s and have join forces to share and raise awareness so that other’s experiencing Alzheimer’s, or dementia do not have to feel alone. The AlzAuthor’s Team Jean Lee lives with her husband in […]

An Interview with Carol Bradley Bursack, Family Caregiver Turned Author, Blogger, and Columnist at www.mindingourelders.com

February 26, 2018.Reading time 1 minute.

This week I sat down with author, writer, blogger, and consultant on aging and senior issues, Carol Bradley Bursack to discuss her book and her own personal journey as a family caregiver. Her book Minding our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories is a collection of personal experiences in caregiving from a number of remarkable […]

Let’s Eat! Expert Advice on How to Serve Proper Meals that Entice our Seniors to Eat.

February 13, 2018.Reading time 6 minutes.

Guest Post Author: JJ Koll | https://courtyardatmttabor.com/ When it comes to elderly care, there is one thing which calls for greater attention. Yes, you guessed it right- the meal. Whatever they eat affects their health physically and mentally, together. Hence, if you are struggling with the challenge of preparing a senior a meal, here is […]

Sick and Tired of Trying to Manage All your Medications? Try CVS Pharmacy’s New Program ScriptPath Prescription Schedule Today

February 6, 2018.Reading time 6 minutes.

I’m proud to be working with CVS Pharmacy to help spread the word about #BetterHealthMadeEasy, how to #FindYourHealthy and #DiscoverCVS. All opinions expressed are my own, and all product claims or program details shared should be verified at CVS.com or with the appropriate manufacturers. Medication Management Made Easy As a family caregiver, you know how difficult it […]

Understanding Terms of Endearment: The ‘Do’s’ and ‘Don’ts’ of calling the Older Adults in our Care “Sweetie” or “Honey.”

January 30, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

Some people have a strong affiliation either for or against the use of terms of endearment. They either love it or hate it, and the middle area of when their use is appropriate is grey. When about older adults, there is a multitude of reasons why you should not exchange an individual’s name with a […]

Take a Time-Out: Effective Coping Strategies to Combat Stress In-the-Moment as a Family Caregiver

January 10, 2018.Reading time 7 minutes.

Guest Post Author: Angela Stringfellow | Caregiver Homes There’s tons of advice offering relaxation strategies to help caregivers cope with stress, but what about those moments when you feel like everything is going to fall apart — the moments when you feel like screaming? No one needs to tell you that self-care is important, but finding […]

What to Do When an Aging Parent Forgets Who You Are

January 3, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

As seen in the SeniorCare.com Aging Industry Insider! A well-known and yet hurtful reality of dementia or Alzheimer’s is the forgetfulness and memory loss that can occur. Memory loss is particularly difficult for family members to cope with when their parent or loved one forgets who they are. Forgetting the names of their children, forgetting […]

A New Generation: Is ‘Family Caregiver’ a New Life Milestone for Millenials?

December 4, 2017.Reading time 6 minutes.

The Millenial Caregiver I am a Millenial. Born in 1987, I am right on the cusp of the generation shift, and over the past couple of years, I’ve noticed a distinct change in the types of conversations I have with others in my cohort. While we discuss near future decisions like careers, homes, and starting […]

Tis the Season: Manage the Holidays To Dos While Caring for Your Loved One with Dementia Like a Pro!

November 16, 2017.Reading time 4 minutes.

The holiday season is upon us! How did November get here so quickly? I wanted to write a short piece so to not to add to your already mad rush of preparations. This time of year, while fun, can be incredibly frantic. There is so much to do in a seemingly short period of time, and […]

Staying Active: Why Helping the Older Adults in your Life Exercise is the Best Care you Can Provide

November 2, 2017.Reading time 6 minutes.

Guest Post Author: Kelli Huggins | Grace Ridge Retirement Community Exercise in Older Adults Exercise plays an important role in overall wellness and provides the strength to participate in the activities we love. As a Well4Life Wellness Coordinator and Licensed Recreational Therapy Assistant, I’ve dedicated the past 10 years to developing tactics and discovering programs […]

Dementia Care: Identifying Triggers

October 25, 2017.Reading time 7 minutes.

It is important to note that even though someone has dementia, it does not mean that their feelings are unjustified. More often than not there is a rational explanation for the behavior.

Do you Have a Plan for Your Future Health Care Needs?

October 10, 2017.Reading time 7 minutes.

First published on Sixty and Me. Knowing how to recognize a good opportunity to start looking for long-term care options can be difficult. Whether we are looking for ourselves, a family member or a loved one, considering senior care can often signal an unwanted decline in our or their health. In many cases, admitting that […]

The Upside to Aging

Category: Caregiver Support