• You carry a heavy weight of responsibility as a caregiver, but you don’t have to handle it alone. Hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to visit your loved one in the comfort of his or her own home takes the pressure off of you while preserving and improving your loved one’s quality of life. Ongoing […]

  • It’s common for people with Alzheimer’s to begin to repeat themselves as the disease progresses, including asking questions more than once. If this pattern begins to frustrate you, ask a few questions of your own to determine the best way to handle the situation. Why is a Question Being Repeated? Pinpointing the triggers of repetitious […]

  • Acting as a caregiver for an aging or ill loved one can be a challenge if you live too far away to provide ongoing support in person. Here’s what you can do to manage caregiving at a distance. Understand Your Role Research your loved one’s condition and talk with your loved one’s doctor to determine […]

  • Each stage of Alzheimer’s brings changes in your loved one’s memory and his or her ability to communicate. Use these strategies to make interactions easier during the early and middle stages. 1. Maintain a Personal Connection Some people assume cognitive decline means Alzheimer’s patients don’t understand what’s being said, but it’s a mistake to behave […]

  • The time you spend with aging relatives is important and valuable. Plan your visits ahead of time to make sure everything goes well and you will feel satisfied that you made the most of every moment. Feel free to use your visit as a time to evaluate how your loved one is functioning independently, and […]

  • Caregiving often means spending all your time, energy and strength helping a loved one navigate the difficulties of aging or manage a medical condition. Over 43 million Americans are handling this very difficult task, often resulting in caregiver exhaustion. Reduce your risk of burnout with these four strategies. Simplify Caregiving Duties If your loved one […]

  • Arthritis affects almost half of all adults over age 65 and can cause severe pain for some. Managing your elderly loved one’s arthritis allows him or her to enjoy a better quality of life. Here are a few helpful caregiver tips for easing arthritis pain. Know the Symptoms Understanding what your loved one is going […]

  • Nighttime caregiving can be tricky if your loved one wakes up often or suffers from dementia. Try making these changes to address the common challenges of overnight care to give yourself peace of mind. 1. Create a Comfortable Space Talk with your loved one’s doctor about how to make the bedroom as comfortable as possible. […]

  • Taking care of an ill or aging loved one requires a lot of physical and emotional energy. If you’re starting to feel run down or burned out, here’s what you can do to recover. Recognize the Signs of Caregiver Stress Caregiver stress is real and comes with a host of symptoms. You may feel: • […]

  • Acting as the primary caregiver for a loved one with Parkinson’s disease can be a challenge. Although a diagnosis brings significant changes to both of your lives, you can move forward with a positive outlook by following a strategic care plan. Learn About the Condition The more you know about Parkinson’s disease, the better equipped […]