“It takes a village” was never a truer statement than when caring for an older loved one, and it’s important for that “village” to maintain effective, ongoing communication between each family caregiver in order to provide the best care, and to ensure that everyone involved in care is on the same page. It’s also crucial […]
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Family care providers know that navigating the journey of locating appropriate care resources for an older adult can feel like attempting to cross the ocean in a rowboat – blindfolded, and blindsided by the buffeting surf and winds. The prospect of arriving safely to your destination is pretty slim without the appropriate tools, and an expert to
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While there are particular commonalities, Alzheimer’s disease affects each individual differently. Our highly trained dementia caregivers know, for example, that while one individual may take pleasure in being outside, someone else might be overloaded by so much sensory input and prefer a tranquil indoor environment. Someone may love a morning bath routine, while a measure of resourcefulness
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While millions of older adults are dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease, a far greater number of family members are trying to cope with caring for them. Surprisingly, nearly 75% of family caregivers are managing their senior loved ones’ dementia care needs by themselves, with only 26% reaching out for professional care support. Naturally, families want
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In one’s older years, it is common to be dealing with sleeping problems, fatigue or loss of appetite. And frequently, these issues are written off as just common annoyances. Yet for around 8 million older adults over age 65, these signs and symptoms are suggestive of something a lot more than normal aging – they’re signs
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It’s difficult for many people to admit the need for help. Our independence is sacred, and no one wants to feel as though they have to let go of it. However, as we age, limitations naturally arise that lead to a need for assistance. If you have an aging loved one who may benefit from
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