Mindfulness seems to be everywhere these days. It’s promoted as an amazing way to change your experience, even when your situation remains exactly the same. In part, this is because mindfulness focuses on changing your relationship to your thoughts and feelings, rather than altering thoughts, feelings, or situations. Mindfulness for caregivers, then, sounds like a […]
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The Reality Slap – Is This Book Right for Caregivers?
The self-help industry is booming. Yet, it remains surprisingly difficult to find good self-help books for caregivers (The Reality Slap isn’t actually a caregiving-related book at all, but as you’ll see, it’s very relevant to most caregivers). Much of the problem is that few books are written with caregivers in mind. And, many of the […]
Navigating Wheelchair Choices: A Guide for Caregivers and Seniors
Choosing the wheelchair that is right for a senior can be a daunting task. The market offers many models and it may not be clear which wheelchair is the most appropriate for your loved one. This article will help you make sense of all the different wheelchair types available, as well as their advantages and […]
How Seniors Are Managing Their Healthcare Costs As Expats
When it comes to common money worries, paying for healthcare is the number one financial concern for seniors. With the cost of healthcare for retirees climbing to $285,000, healthcare costs have now become an integral part of financial planning as a senior. As a result, many seniors are now seeking ways to pay for their […]
The Dangers of Self-Help for Caregivers (and how you can protect yourself)
The dangers of self-help… That post title might seem somewhat ironic, given I spend a lot of time reading self-help books and we have many posts on the site that tie into the theme. I’m even writing a book that is largely a self-help guide for caregivers, one that focuses strongly on mental health and ways […]
Powerful Types Of Technology for Senior Care
According to the Pew Research Center, there are now roughly 62 million seniors aged 65 and above in the United States. As the baby boomer generation continues to age, that number can only increase. With so many seniors in the community, there’s a growing demand for effective and efficient tools to promote senior health. Thankfully, […]