Category: Caregiving
“Gratitude is associated with a personal benefit that was not intentionally sought after, deserved, or earned but rather because of the good intentions of another person” (Emmons & McCullough, 2004).
“The right to vote is one of the most sacred privileges in a representative democracy and it should be available to all citizens, whether they are cognitively impaired or unimpaired.” ~ American Bar Association Committee on Law and Aging
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” ~ Benjamin Franklin Family caregivers, we see you. There are medical appointments to schedule, insurance invoices to reconcile, medication to administer, groceries to buy, meals to prepare, laundry to wash. You also have a home to maintain, and the car needs an oil change and […]
Memorial Day weekend is often the unofficial kickoff to summer celebrations, graduations, weddings, and reunions. As you make plans for these special gatherings, it a perfect opportunity to adapt favorite traditions and create new ones. To minimize anxiety and encourage inclusive, more enjoyable gatherings for all, a little advance planning can go a long way […]
Concerns about an older parent’s well-being are normal. Striking the right balance between supporting independence and ensuring safety can be a struggle for adult children. One of the most common reasons adult children reach out to us is when a parent, who obviously needs help, refuses it. When we see changes in our parents, it’s usually […]
Whether caregiving for a family member, friend, or neighbor, anyone who has been in the role of caring for another understands that stress is a natural part of the journey. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) stress can be defined as “a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. Stress […]
What is a long-distance caregiver? Anyone who cares for a parent, other relative, or for a friend can be a care partner. If you live an hour’s drive or more away from a person who needs your support, you’re a long-distance care partner or caregiver. What can a care partner do from a distance? Each […]
The family of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter made an announcement recently that following a series of short hospital stays, he is forgoing further medical treatment, has returned home, and entered hospice care. What is hospice care? Hospice is a comprehensive, holistic program of care and support for terminally ill patients and their families. Hospice […]
Caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s, another dementia, or Parkinson’s, whether it’s a spouse or parent, can be stressful, and at times, overwhelming, even on a good day. Too much stress can be harmful to you both. It’s also not uncommon for family caregivers to be so concerned with the needs of the person in […]
Even under the best circumstances, being responsible for the needs of another can be all-consuming. The pandemic has made caregiving more challenging and stressful. Family care partners, you’ve gone above and beyond. However, as you’re actively caring for a loved one, you don’t always recognize how it may be affecting your own health and well-being. Are you near or at caregiver burnout? Is your flame about to fizzle?
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