Category: Aging Issues

An older man sits at the table as he struggles with one of the most perplexing dementia-related behaviors, pica.

Help for One of the Most Perplexing Dementia-Related Behaviors: Pica

As a family caregiver, you might have noticed some perplexing dementia-related behaviors, such as attempting to eat non-food items like napkins, dirt, or small objects. While these actions may be concerning, they are part of a phenomenon known as pica, [...]

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A caregiver is finding success in overcoming the challenges of dementia care by redirecting an older woman to look at some jewelry.

Overcoming the Challenges of Dementia Care Through Redirection

Navigating the challenges of dementia care can be difficult, especially when a loved one becomes fixated on a specific idea or anxious about a nonexistent threat. Reasoning with them often leads to frustration, as logic does not always break through. [...]

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A woman smiles confidently as she realizes that caregiving can actually benefit your health.

Caregiving Can Actually Benefit Your Health and Make You Stronger!

When people think about caregiving, they often associate it with stress and exhaustion. However, there’s another side to caregiving that’s less talked about—caregiving can actually benefit your health and well-being in surprising ways.

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A man experiencing speech difficulties in Parkinson’s sits across from his caregiver as they work on exercises to help.

The Exercises That Help Overcome Speech Difficulties in Parkinson’s

For most people, talking with a friend or loved one is an effortless task. But for those with Parkinson’s disease, communication can be a challenge. Speech difficulties in Parkinson’s include a softened voice, jumbled words, and the frustration of not [...]

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A man who knows how to respond when your child has questions about dementia listens carefully to his daughter as they sit together on the porch.

When Your Child Has Questions About Dementia, Here’s How to Respond

When a family member starts showing signs of dementia, children often become curious and worried. They might ask, “Why does Pop-Pop keep forgetting where he lives?” or “Is Granny upset with me because she can’t remember my birthday?” As a [...]

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A woman who understands pushing yourself beyond your limits as a caregiver makes an X with her arms to symbolize saying no and setting healthy boundaries.

Pushing Yourself Beyond Your Limits as a Caregiver? Learn to Say No.

Do you often find yourself buried under a mountain of requests—another errand, one more favor, yet another responsibility—until your own well-being takes a backseat? Caregiving, especially for a loved one, can make it feel natural to always say yes. However, [...]

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A woman resolving conflicts with an aging parent shares a warm laugh and coffee at the kitchen table with her parent.

Resolving Conflicts With an Aging Parent Starts With These Simple Steps

Do you wake up every day wondering what kind of conflicts you are likely to fall into with your aging parent today? If every day seems fraught with conversations that leave you feeling frustrated, maybe it’s time for you to [...]

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A smiling older man living well with a chronic health condition holds his son’s hand while enjoying a moment together.

Living Well With a Chronic Health Condition Is Within Your Reach!

Chronic illness has a way of reshaping life, for both the person experiencing it and also you, the family caregiver. You can see how it alters the rhythm of their days, forcing them to modify plans and discover new ways [...]

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A caregiver demonstrates one of many nonverbal ways to communicate with someone with Alzheimer’s by holding hands and sharing a warm smile.

Discover New Ways to Communicate With Someone With Alzheimer’s

You ask an easy question: “What would you like for lunch today?” But instead of a response, you are met with hesitation, bewilderment, and a long pause. You have probably experienced occasions such as this while being a caregiver for [...]

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A woman struggling with making decisions as a dementia caregiver stares off into the distance with a confused expression on her face.

Why You Might Struggle to Make Decisions as a Dementia Caregiver

Have you ever reached a point where deciding something as simple as what to eat feels like climbing a mountain? You’re not alone. Making decisions as a dementia caregiver can become overwhelming, leading to a unique kind of mental exhaustion [...]

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A woman who knows the importance of goal setting for seniors raises her arms in triumph as she completes a jog in the park.

The Incredible Benefits of Goal Setting for Seniors

When we think about setting goals, we often associate it with younger stages of life—saving for a first home, building a career, or preparing for life milestones. But goal setting for seniors is a lifelong tool for growth, purpose, and [...]

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A woman works on preventing senior falls by linking arms with her older mother as they go for a walk.

Senior Falls Are on the Rise. Here’s Why—and What You Can Do.

Falling is something we hardly ever think about until it happens. A simple misstep, a slippery floor, or even just standing too quickly can become a life-altering event. And yet, falls are increasing, especially among older adults. What’s remarkable isn’t [...]

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A woman managing care for two parents smiles as she goes out for a walk with them.

How to Successfully Balance Managing Care for Two Parents

Anyone who has looked after an aging parent can fill you in on how overwhelming it can be. But managing care for two parents at the same time, balancing between two unique sets of needs, schedules, and personalities? If you [...]

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A woman places her hand on her mother’s shoulder, comforting her as she experiences dementia time-shifting.

Dementia Time-Shifting: When the Past Becomes the Present

The way a person with dementia experiences the world is not always grounded in our current reality. One of the more heart-wrenching yet powerful experiences you may encounter is a phenomenon called dementia time-shifting. This isn’t just failing to remember [...]

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The year 2025 is surrounded by medications and a stethoscope, indicating healthcare innovations to know about in 2025.

The Latest Healthcare Innovations to Watch in 2025

If you have ever felt that pang of worry while waiting for test results or found yourself wishing for more personalized attention from a healthcare provider, you’re in good company. For so many of us, healthcare feels like navigating a [...]

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