National Caregivers Day—How to Show Your Appreciation
By Edward Grinnan2 min read
Here are ways we can honor those who care for our loved ones.
Family Caregiving
Dos and Don’ts of Caring for an Older Adult with Mental Illness
By Kerstin Yoder4 min read
Mental health changes are not a “normal part of aging” so it’s important to recognize and address the symptoms.
3 Ways to Evaluate Your Loved One’s Wellness When You Visit
By Julie Hayes5 min read
You can get a good read on an older adult’s health issues by asking yourself key questions.
The RAISE Family Caregivers Act: What’s It All About?
By Sarah Nicolay4 min read
This national plan aims to help family caregivers address daily challenges.
4 Tips to Balance Caregiving and Relationships
By Julie Hayes5 min read
It’s vital to your well-being to strengthen the other important bonds in your life.
Her Mother With Alzheimer’s Sang ‘Silent Night’
By Kristen Kemp9 min read
Dementia had taken away so much from her mother and her family. But at the Christmas Eve service, she realized their faith would see them through.
5 Ways to Move Past Caregiver Denial
By The Editors2 min read
It’s not easy to accept that a loved one is dealing with dementia. From educating yourself to hiring respite care, here is how to come to terms with a difficult diagnosis.
New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers
By Cindy Connolly5 min read
Two psychotherapists offer suggestions to honor the year you’ve had and move forward with fresh resolve.
How to Honor Family Caregivers Across the Nation
By Edward Grinnan2 min read
Even the simplest gesture can make a difference.
How to Maintain Your Wellness After the Spouse You’ve Cared for Dies
By Julie Hayes4 min read
The health effects of widowhood can be especially damaging for caregivers, so self-care is critical.
Tips to Prepare for a Loved One’s Visit to the Hospital
By Lauri Scharf5 min read
It helps to be ready for anything from an emergency situation to a routine procedure.
How to Protect an Older Adult from a Grandparent Scam
By Julie Hayes4 min read
This not uncommon form of fraud requires a watchful eye.
