Caring for Alzheimer’s patients can be an extremely draining role, especially for caregivers, who are emotionally invested in the people that they are supporting. As Kaiser Health News reports, this issue is becoming even more significant as the number of Alzheimer’s cases increase among Latinos.
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Why I Reported My Elderly Father to the DMV
Driving might be a key source of independence but it also puts some people at risk. As caregivers, sometimes we have to make hard decisions about the people we love, including decisions about driving. This was a challenge that my family and I found out about first hand.
Approaches and Tools for Helping Seniors to Age in Place
The ability to age at home is highly desirable for seniors and is also an achievable goal. So, as family members, how can we help?
Choosing the Best Space Heater to Keep Your Family Warm
With the cold setting in for winter, many of us face an ongoing struggle in trying to minimize the amount of energy that we use, while also staying warm.
Caregiving Through The Holiday Season
Holidays always present their own unique challenges and that’s particularly true for caregivers. So, how do you make sure the holidays are still good?
Surprising Facts About Being a Part-Time Caregiver
Part-time caregiving is a broad field, including situations like looking after a family member for a few hours each day or even just dropping in a few days per week. But, however part-time caregiving looks for you, the role is a surprisingly challenging one.