People living with dementia often find comfort in the familiar. What might seem like a small shift to most—a chair moved, a visitor in the living room, a shadow stretching across the hallway—can become a major source of stress and [...] Read More
There’s a certain kind of heaviness that comes with caregiving—a sense that no matter what you do, there’s still more to take care of. The dishes sit untouched, phone calls wait to be returned, medications need sorting, and your energy [...] Read More
You made it through another busy day. Dinner’s wrapped up, the kitchen’s clean, and you’re finally catching your breath. Then, like clockwork, the shift begins. Your loved one with dementia starts to act differently—more anxious, more confused, maybe even angry. [...] Read More
When thinking about how to age gracefully and live a long, vibrant life, most people prioritize things like exercise routines, healthy eating, and regular check-ups. And those things certainly matter. But there’s one piece of the puzzle that often gets [...] Read More
When you picture aging well, what comes to mind? For some, it’s staying in their own home. For others, it’s being closer to family. But more and more older adults are choosing something a little unexpected: moving in with a [...] Read More
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, [...] Read More
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. [...] Read More
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.
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 [...] Read More
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 [...] Read More
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, [...] Read More
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 [...] Read More
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 [...] Read More
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 [...] Read More
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 [...] Read More
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