The idea of selfishness comes up often in discussions of caregiving. I most recently saw it in the reviews for two books on dementia – Where the Light Comes In and Neither Married nor Single. Both books generally get good reviews, but there are a few people who say the authors are being ‘selfish’. I […]
Stunning Mother’s Day Gifts for Aging Moms
So, we’re coming up to Mother’s Day again. It’s a special time of the year and a chance to show your mother how much she means to you. But… it’s tricky too. After all, if your mom is now a senior, you’ve probably had 60 or more years of mother’s days, not to mention Christmases […]
How Do You Respond To Allegations of Elder Abuse?
What happens if you put your heart and soul into caring for a loved one, just to be accused of abusing them? Learning how to respond to allegations of elder abuse is crucial – as such allegations can damage your reputation and even put you at risk of legal action. The first thing is to […]
Where the Light Gets In Review – Caregiver’s Book Corner
Where the Light Gets In is an interesting book for caregivers. I say interesting because it isn’t really a caregiving book at all, but can still be surprisingly useful. That’s why this Where the Light Gets In review is digging into what the book offers and where it is relevant for caregivers. What is it […]
How To Have Difficult Conversations With Aging Parents
Talking to seniors can seem overwhelming, especially when they’re your parents. These strategies can all make life easier.
Are NorthShore Diapers Any Good?
Incontinence products can be pretty overwhelming. Not only are there plenty of brands to choose from, but you also have different product styles and absorbencies. How do you know which ones to choose? In a previous post, Angelica talked about the diapers (also called briefs) from Depend and Tena, looking at differences in their sizing, […]