Hold onto your hats … the holidays are here! Although there are many who thrive on the frenzied pace of parties and celebrations, there are an equal number of us who wince at the thought of going outside of our comfort zone and into more large-scale social obligations. It may simply boil down to one […]
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If there is one thing that connects us all, it’s food! Think about how many precious memories have been made over the years that incorporated food at the center of them all: wedding celebrations, holiday meals, birthday parties. Even average days include routines that become ingrained in us around food, from that first aromatic cup
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We all have bad days and good days, and we’re all entitled to a little negative thinking or crankiness every now and then. If you are caring for a senior who seems to have fallen into a pattern of continual complaining and negativity, however, it is worth exploring whether a health issue may be the
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Remember memorizing the order of the colors of the rainbow in elementary school? A lot of us were introduced to Roy G. Biv to master this feat – among the many mnemonics we learn that, remarkably, often stay with us for life.
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If you are in a successful, long-term relationship, you realize that it requires compromise, commitment, and sacrifice. The happiest relationships are those where both parties selflessly care for one another. This balance shifts, however, if the person you love experiences a serious health concern. And this shift can have an adverse effect on the dynamics
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You’ve determined the family home is just too much for your parents to take care of. A small home is for sale just around the corner from you that’s ideal: a lovely flower garden in the backyard, a bright, updated kitchen, and no stairs to navigate. Now it is time to start the downsizing process.
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Memory loss and dementia may seem synonymous. However, it’s crucial to realize that long-term memory often remains intact long into the progression of the disease. That is why tapping into those distant memories is a good strategy to help a senior with dementia stay engaged in present conversations by connecting to the past.
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In a perfect world, our family relationships would all be positive and helpful. We would manage transitional times cooperatively, smoothly, and without any disagreement. As our parents grow older, it would be a seamless process to meet their current needs and their needs in the future. The truth, however, is that being an adult child
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“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” – Dr. Seuss, The Lorax Advocating for a loved one is probably one of the greatest honors – and responsibilities – you will have as a family caregiver. It means fully comprehending the other person’s needs and wishes,
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There has long been an assumption that once someone was given a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another type of progressive dementia, the only option was nursing home care. After all, it is not possible for someone to experience life at home alone with dementia and be safe – or is it?
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