Alzheimer’s Disease: Comedy Improv Is a Surprising Resource
By Karen Stobbe9 min read
As her mother’s Alzheimer’s worsened, improvisational theater experience gave her and her husband a new way to interact with her mom—and ease the strain.
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Tips for Communicating with a Loved One with Dementia
Karen Stobbe and Mondy Carter, who provide training to dementia caregivers, share how they use techniques learned from improvisational theatre to engage with Karen’s mother, who has Alzheimer’s.
Jeanne’s Brain Tea
By Rebecca Katz3 min read
You’ll love this delicious tea of berries, oranges and cinnamon.
An Overwhelmed Caregiver Is Reminded That She’s Not Alone
By Melissa Collier2 min read
A baby to care for and an elderly mother-in-law to watch over. Sometimes it seemed like too much.
What a Caregiving Professional Learned Caring for Her Family
By Georgene Lahm4 min read
When her father and mother-in-law needed help, she thought her work had prepared her. She was wrong. Get her practical advice.
How to Handle Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
By The Editors2 min read
Many of us have a loved one dealing with Alzheimer’s disease. Whether you’re a fulltime caregiver or just help out from time to time, you may find the following tips instructive.
Hilarity for Charity: Seth Rogen, Lauren Miller Work to Assist Alzheimers Caregivers
By Celeste McCauley3 min read
Comedian Seth Rogen and his wife, Lauren Miller, came up with a way to turn a personal tragedy into something positive.
Early-Onset Alzheimer’s: A Sister’s Caregiving Journey
By Kim Krejci8 min read
Her twin sister had always been strong. Now that her twin was dealing with Alzheimer’s, it was her turn to be the strong one.
Experience Has Taught This Nurse to Trust Her Intuition
By Roberta Messner6 min read
A highly trained nurse reveals one of the secrets to her success: Trusting her instincts.
Sandwich Generation: 5 Caregiving Tips to Make Life Easier
By Cindy Goodman4 min read
Caring for kids and parents at the same time is tough. These tried and true tips will help take off some pressure.
10 Ways to Bless the Sandwich Generation
By Michelle Cox2 min read
Parents are often playing the role of caregivers to older family members as well. Here’s how you can help.
Caregiver Friendly Employer Practices That Make Good Business Sense
By Paul Hogan3 min read
Whether it’s having a back-up plan or empowering your employees, here is a detailed guide on how to make your caregiver employee at ease at the workplace.
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