It has been quite some time since you’ve had the opportunity for a good, long visit with Mom. Now that the holidays are here, you will have some uninterrupted time to catch up. Of course you’ll want to fully enjoy this time with each other, but it’s also a great time to assess how she […]
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Hold onto your hats … the holidays are here! Although there are many who thrive on the frenzied pace of parties and celebrations, there are an equal number of us who wince at the thought of going outside of our comfort zone and into more large-scale social obligations. It may simply boil down to one
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From the second the door swings open and your elderly loved one wraps you in a warm hug, through the merry holiday dinner and every timeless family tradition, opportunities abound for not just quality time together, but additionally to assess how your senior loved one is actually doing and if any warning flags that senior
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Living across the country from family makes it complicated to go visit our older loved ones as frequently as we’d like, but over the holidays, families make a more concerted effort to spend in-person time together – making it the ideal opportunity to review a senior’s safety and wellbeing. There are lots of warning signs
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Observing the holiday season through the lens of Alzheimer’s disease can feel far from merry and bright. Family members might be weighed down with caregiving responsibilities, and the interruption to routine can cause additional distress for a senior dealing with the effects of dementia. However, with a little creativity and modification of expectations, the holiday
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Summer vacations are something everyone looks forward to! Checking items off of our bucket lists, leaving the worries of the everyday world behind, exploring new destinations. And helping an older loved one enjoy the experiences with you on the vacation makes it all the better. There are, however, certain considerations to keep in mind, and
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As a family caregiver, we at Independence-4-Seniors Home Care know that there’s a lot on your plate all year long, but doubly so during the holidays. At this time of the year, stress has a tendency to pile up, and too much stress can have unhealthy consequences. If you’re feeling overwhelmed this holiday season, follow
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The ho-ho-holidays can be he-he-hectic for the millions of Americans who are trying to balance work, family life, and caring for a loved one. As joyous and festive as the holiday season can be, family caregivers often suffer in silence while trying to do it all. However, it's important to remember that taking time during
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