Category: Respite Care

Respond Safely to Dementia Aggression with the 6 R’s

Of the many challenging behaviors typical in dementia, perhaps the most difficult to manage is aggression. A senior who may have always been mild-mannered can

Family Caregiving Tips for a New Diagnosis

It may have been expected or maybe broadsided you without warning. Mom has just received the official diagnosis for a progressive disease that is likely

Why It’s Important to Build Senior Strength Post-Pandemic

While we are finally working our way towards the end of the pandemic, we’re learning more on how it has affected older adults – both

Latinos and a Potentially Unique Progression of Dementia

A new study sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association is uncovering some unexpected findings in how dementia may progress differently in Hispanic people. While further investigation

Balancing Work and Family Caregiving After the Pandemic

If there is one positive after-effect associated with the pandemic, it’s the awareness generated for the plight of family caregivers. Balancing work and family caregiving

Tips to Help Family Caregivers Manage Caregiving Related Stress

Stress is unavoidable, and actually, not necessarily a bad thing. After all, as the saying goes, “A diamond is just a piece of charcoal that

Finding Resiliency as a Family Caregiver in a Time of Crisis

Times of crisis may bring out both the very best and the worst in us. Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, we have heard stories of people

How Can a Geriatric Care Manager Help My Loved One?

Family care providers realize that navigating the process of finding appropriate care resources for a senior can seem like trying to traverse the ocean in

Dementia and Communication Strategies: Nonverbal Techniques

It can be frustrating dealing with dementia, and communication strategies may not always be successful, particularly in the middle and later stages of the disease.

Combat Caregiver Burnout Symptoms with Joy Through Intentional Gratitude

Our facial expressions show so much to those around us, and when you are feeling an elevated quantity of stress, well-meaning friends and family members

Category: Respite Care

Respond Safely to Dementia Aggression with the 6 R’s

Family Caregiving Tips for a New Diagnosis

Why It’s Important to Build Senior Strength Post-Pandemic

Latinos and a Potentially Unique Progression of Dementia

Balancing Work and Family Caregiving After the Pandemic

Tips to Help Family Caregivers Manage Caregiving Related Stress

Finding Resiliency as a Family Caregiver in a Time of Crisis

How Can a Geriatric Care Manager Help My Loved One?

Dementia and Communication Strategies: Nonverbal Techniques

Combat Caregiver Burnout Symptoms with Joy Through Intentional Gratitude

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