In his documentary about grief, George Shelley uses the analogy of glitter. Toss a handful of glitter into the air, and it’s going to settle into all the cracks and crevices of the room, impossible to fully sweep up and remove. Anyone who has lost a loved one can relate. Yet in some instances, grief […]
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If today’s to-dos seem like much more than you are able to possibly fit into 24 short hours, you’re not alone! Family caregivers are frequently overloaded with daily care tasks: Shopping and other errands. Planning and preparing meals. Housework and laundry. Medical appointments. Planning activities that are purposeful and enjoyable for the senior. Personal care
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We have known for a while that there are certain medications that enhance the chance of elderly falls. 20 years ago, just a little more than 50% of older adults were impacted by that risk; however presently, that number has increased dramatically – to a full 94% of seniors who are now in danger of
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Exactly what are your very first thoughts when you wake up in the morning? Are you looking forward to what the day holds, or would you like to crawl back underneath the covers and remain there? If you’re experiencing more dread than delight as you consider your caregiving tasks for the day, you are not
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It’s been more than a year since the COVID-19 pandemic began; a year of fear, loneliness, and isolation for many seniors. Physical distancing has eliminated the ability to provide the warmth and comfort of a hug and even an in-person smile in many cases. Yet humans are social creatures, and this diminished socialization has numerous
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The isolation and fear as a result of COVID-19 have wreaked havoc on the wellbeing of the elderly, with nearly 50% of seniors surveyed in a Kaiser Family Foundation poll stating that their amount of stress and worry was adversely impacting their own health. And while it still may be hazardous to visit in person
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Although this season is typically viewed as the season of joy, for some older adults, the holidays are a period of intense unhappiness. Yearning for holidays past, despair over the loss of family and friends, and difficult changes to health can magnify during the holiday season, and it’s imperative to take steps to help senior
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Think of the most perfect holiday season you can picture. While that image can vary slightly for each of us, it may include lights, good food, gifts, and traditions handed down through the generations. Yet what most definitely holds true for all of us is the satisfaction in spending time with those we love.
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Family care providers give so much of themselves to attend to their senior loved ones, frequently sacrificing their own individual desires and needs in the process. It may seem natural to presume then that caregivers would feel good about themselves, with high self-esteem and a sense of purpose. Yet the exact opposite is usually true
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Loneliness. Confusion. Isolation. These feelings are getting to be common for many of us during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, when you factor in Alzheimer’s disease, the difficulties and frustrations are heightened to a whole new level.
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