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Report Finds an Increase in Family Caregivers Juggling Caregiving with Paid Work
Caring for an aging loved one requires care, compassion, and plenty of time beyond paid work. The stark reality for the majority of family caregivers in the U.S. is that they care for an older relative who is aged, disabled, or seriously ill on top of paid employment. AARP’s report: ...
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Grief Support Groups Help Seniors Heal and Remember, “I’m not alone”
When Annie’s husband, Dennis, passed away she was initially overcome with sorrow. For five years Dennis had suffered from Alzheimer’s, and Annie, 78, had been his loving primary caregiver. He was the focus of her life just as he had been for over 50 years. Now that Dennis was gone ...
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6 Tips for Finding Excellent Dementia Care at Home
Hiring care professionals for your loved one with dementia who is living at home is no simple task. With so much to consider—from the cost of care, to your loved one’s health and safety, to their quality of life—it can be difficult to know exactly what to look for. We ...
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How to Find The Humor in Caregiving
A guest article by our friends at DailyCaring.com Caregiving has funny moments Funny moments can happen while you’re caring for an older adult. Of course, chronic illnesses or diseases like Alzheimer’s are certainly no laughing matter. But even in the middle of the worst day, there’s still room for laughter. ...
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Healthcare Advocacy Can Be Life Changing—Leo’s Story
Navigating our healthcare options can be confusing for all of us at the best of times, and for older adults who are experiencing serious or life-threatening conditions it can be especially difficult. Fortunately, when it is difficult to advocate for ourselves or our loved ones, there are professionals whose job ...
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“I’m Tired and Not Interested” — Helping Mary as she Experienced Depression
Mary, a 78-year old retired teacher, lives by herself. Recently widowed, she was finding it increasingly difficult to maintain her independence. Her two adult children were busy with work and their young families. Mary began to wonder at times why she was still around. Mary began to have worsening health ...
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5 Tips for Starting a Conversation with a Loved One with Dementia
When a loved one is experiencing Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, one of the biggest challenges that family members and caregivers face is how to continue to have positive and meaningful conversations with their loved one. The types of conversations that were once enjoyed may no longer interest ...
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Simple Tips to Combat the Holiday Blues
The holiday season is often associated with joy, connection, and celebration. But for many individuals, December can bring sadness and isolation—especially for older adults. Sometimes memories of lost loved ones, family far away, or not feeling well enough to take part in festivities can make the holidays especially difficult. Remember, ...
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A Day at the Arts Cafe: The Center For Dementia Care Engages Clients in their Favorite Activities
Andrea Korsunsky is the Director of Seniors At Home’s Center for Dementia Care. Here she shares the story of her day out with her client, Pat, and explains the impact that engaging clients in their favorite activities can have. When I arrived at Pat’s home in the morning, her apartment ...
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Don’t Get Scammed: Easy Ways to Ensure Financial Safety for Seniors
Financial abuse is on the rise in the United States, and our aging population is often the most vulnerable. In 2014, 2.5 million fraud-related consumer complaints were logged in the Consumer Sentinel Network database. Those 50 and older made up 49% of complaints reporting a record $1.7 billion in losses. ...
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