Guideposts Readers: Our Biggest Blessing and Inspiration
By Edward Grinnan2 min read
How your outpouring of care and support helps us make the world a better place through hope, faith and prayer.
Caregiving
Whether you or a family member is caring for a spouse, parent or loved one, find support in articles, advice, prayers, and inspirational stories for caregivers.
Meeting Your Mom’s Needs on Mother’s Day When She Has Memory Loss
By Cindy Connolly5 min read
A geriatric doctor, who cared for her mother with Alzheimer’s, shares tips to keep your celebration simple and flexible.
Conditions and Illnesses That Can Lead to Falls
By Cindy Connolly5 min read
When you understand these medical risk factors, you can support your older loved one avoid an injury.
When the Caregiver Needs Caregiving: What If You Can’t Be There for Your Loved One?
By Cindy Connolly4 min read
An Alzheimer’s support expert shares 5 tips to prepare in case something happens to you.
The Truth About Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
By The Editors2 min read
Many understandably associate dementia with aging, but it can impact younger people, too.
5 Lessons from a Long-Term Alzheimer’s Caregiver
By Luanne Bole-Becker7 min read
After nine years of caring for her husband she suggests releasing expectations, asking for help and more.
A Caregiver Is Reassured by the Universal Language of Love
By Luanne Holzloehner5 min read
Her husband changed as his dementia advanced, but a tender gesture proved he still cared.
5 Signs Your Senior Loved One Feels Isolated and Lonely
By The Editors2 min read
Trouble sleeping, withdrawal and changes in appearance are just a few of the things caregivers should watch out for.
Do You Consider Yourself a Caregiver?
By Michelle Palmer4 min read
Acknowledging your role can help to ease the burden of your responsibilities.
8 Ways to Improve Communication with Your Loved One’s Care Team
By Julie Hayes4 min read
Prepare in advance to get the information you need.
How Helping Others Can Be Its Own Reward
By Cindy Connolly3 min read
One of the best things you can do for yourself is to give more for those who need it.
7 Ways to Support a Loved One in Financial Trouble
By Cindy Connolly6 min read
A family caregiving expert shares why it’s important and how to help your loved one manage their finances.