Medication abuse is an issue in a surprising number of facilities. Families need to take steps to protect their loved ones.
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The Intersection of Dementia and Spirituality at End of Life
The connection between dementia and spirituality has the ability to make your loved one’s final passage easier – providing peace to you also.
Why Don’t Adult Siblings Get Along?
Most caregivers have run into at least a few examples of sibling conflict. The issue is almost inevitable. No matter how hard you try or how much you communicate, there are always some points of contention. It may seem like even the simplest decisions require hours of discussion and that you get questioned at every […]
The Silent Crisis of Benzodiazepines, Antipsychotics and Dementia Care
Even with my decades of experience in elder care and gerontology, navigating dementia care for my father was nothing short of overwhelming for my family. Nevertheless, despite all the challenges, my dad spent all but one month of his 18 years with Alzheimer’s, cared for by my mother at home. Sadly, his last month was […]
Is Self-Care Selfish? Where Those Stories Come From And How To Counter Them
Self-care. The idea has become a buzzword and the most frequently given pieces of advice for caregivers. From one perspective, it’s solid advice. Of course it is. You can’t physically, mentally, or emotionally keep giving all the time. You need to refill your tanks. You need to rest. Yet, many caregivers struggle to actually support […]
Healthy Habits For Caregivers
Habits are small decisions and practices you follow regularly, often daily. They can be helpful or harmful and get to the point of being automatic – something you don’t even think about. As a result, habits can be a powerful way to make large changes. Accumulating positive habits and decreasing negative ones can have surprisingly […]