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Caregiver Burnout: Signs That It’s Time for Some Self-Care

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A family caregiver’s job is one of love and dedication, but it comes with great responsibility and a fair amount of stress—even under “normal” conditions. Add in the unparalleled concerns associated with a pandemic, and self-care has become imperative for caregivers. In AARP’s recent report, thirty-six percent of family caregivers characterized their situation as highly […]

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Three Ways the Pandemic Will Change Home Care Needs.

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Almost one year into an unprecedented pandemic, the need for home care is growing due to safety concerns and the shift in daily living.  Older adults have experienced greater adverse effects from the pandemic compared to all other age groups. Some of these include more severe complications, higher mortality, disruptions to daily routines and access to care,

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How to Stay Connected: Six Tips for Meaningful Phone Conversations with Seniors

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It’s important to connect with family and friends, and nurture relationships with the older loved ones in our lives. So how can we create a meaningful connection when we may not get frequently get together in person? Victoria Tyryshkin, Dementia Specialist at Seniors At Home’s Center for Dementia Care, says that for many older adults,

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Like Part of the Family: Navigating Alzheimer’s with a Care Manager

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Joe was sixty-five when he received a diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. The signs had been there for several years, but each individual symptom seemed minor. Joe lived alone so the day-to-day decline went unnoticed. He often lost his keys, forgot to make payments, and got upset over simple things. It wasn’t until he started

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How to Have a Successful Video Call with a Loved One Who Has Dementia

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By Andrea Korsunsky, BSW, Director of Seniors At Home’s Center for Dementia Care Finding ways to stay connected with people we care about is perhaps one of the most challenging aspects of life during COVID-19. When you have a loved one who has dementia, virtual communication can be especially daunting—but it is also extremely important. While

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6 Ways to Prevent Social Isolation for Those Diagnosed with Dementia

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When a family member is diagnosed with dementia, some often wonder whether they should share the diagnosis with friends or other family members. Andrea Korsunsky, Director of Seniors At Home’s Center for Dementia Care, says, “Many families feel that they are breaking confidentiality or trust when disclosing information about their loved one’s cognitive impairment with friends

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8 Tips to Minimize the Behaviors of “Sundowning”

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For some people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, the evening hours can bring increased agitation, confusion, and restlessness. Some may even experience hallucinations or energy surges. This unusual evening behavior is commonly known as “sundowning” or “sundown syndrome” and typically occurs as the daylight fades in the late afternoon and early evening. Andrea

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When a Senior Can’t Manage Their Personal Affairs, Who Will?

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Today, people are living longer and fuller lives more than ever before. And while that is good news, the reality is that there often comes a time when older adults can no longer manage their personal business and finances. When seniors cannot handle daily finances or become more susceptible to financial mistakes, the consequences can

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