In Isaac Asimov’s opinion, “The easiest way to solve a problem is to deny it exists.” It’s a frequent idea for many family caregivers when their loved one is diagnosed with a chronic condition, such as dementia. And while this could generate some measure of comfort in trusting that life can go on as it […]
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Each year since 1999, we have attained an ever-increasing decrease in cancer-related deaths, a reassuring trend that’s poised to carry on as scientists discover more and more about the sources of cancer and are in a position to identify new and better treatment methods. But, cancer continues to be among the leading causes of death in
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Out of all the struggles related to providing care for a loved one with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association reveals that the most prevalent challenge is with personal hygiene, for a number of reasons: Decreased sense of vision and smell Comfort present in familiarity (for example, needing to wear the same clothes over and over again) The complexities
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As a family senior care provider, you likely experience a wide range of emotions each day: shared laughter over a joke with your loved one; worry over a health concern; and of course, from time to time, irritations. We would like only the best for the individuals we love, and when an older adult is resistant
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Our facial expressions expose so much to those around us, and if you are experiencing an abnormal quantity of stress, well-meaning family and friends will surely detect it, perhaps encouraging you to simply, “Cheer up, buttercup!” In reality, of course, it requires so much more than a couple of words to turn our mood around.
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Think of an average day in the life of a senior loved one. Ideally it includes more than a few positive and enriching experiences: enjoying breakfast, participating in a fun pastime or interest, visiting with a relative, watching a favorite TV program. Nevertheless, there is a distinction between positivity and purpose; and the value of
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Out of all the outcomes of Alzheimer’s disease, probably one of the most worrying is the Alzheimer’s Walk, or an individual’s tendency for wandering and the potential dangers that can arise if the senior becomes disoriented or lost. Wandering can occur any time the older adult is: Scared, confused or overwhelmed Looking for someone or something Bored
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Have you ever started your day and said, “It’s definitely going to be one of those days!” Perhaps your alarm didn’t go off, the hot water heater stopped working, and the dog chewed up one of your most loved shoes overnight. Now envision if every single day were “one of those days!” For a person
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Recently, actor Rob Lowe brought family caregiving into the spotlight by sharing his experience of caring for his mom and the impact it had on his own life. He said, “When you’re caring for a loved one, there’s nothing you won’t do to give them as much comfort and peace of mind as you can possibly provide.
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With more than 325 million people living in the U.S. alone, it’s hard to believe that loneliness would be as prevalent as it is. Yet more than half of all older adults live alone, and over a million of them are estimated to be chronically lonely. In fact, nearly half of seniors researched reported that
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