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Being a Caregiver is Rewarding, but the Accompanying Safety Concerns are Alarming

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While the ultimate goal is to increase the health and safety for seniors they love, family caregivers, unfortunately, sometimes end up diminishing their own health in the process. An incredible 94% of caregivers in a recently available study conducted by Ohio State University documented musculoskeletal pain in at least one part of their body – and 66% […]

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The Latest Research on Low Blood Sugar and Senior Diabetes May Surprise You

Blog, Caregiver Health, Diabetes Care, Exercise, Failure to Thrive, Family Caregiving, Healthy Habits, Home Care, Kidney Disease, Quality of Life, Respite Care, Senior Health, Senior Safety

The latest recommendations from the Endocrine Society regarding low blood sugar, the elderly and diabetes are surprising, to say the least: lower blood sugar isn’t always best. And for people who’ve been maintaining a routine of finger pricks, insulin injections, and thorough monitoring of food consumed, this alteration may be rather hard to swallow. Known as de-intensification, geriatricians are

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Senior Care Tips: How to Keep Motivation from Shifting to Bullying

Blog, Caregiver Health, Depression, Elder Abuse, Failure to Thrive, Family Caregiving, Healthy Habits, Home Care, Long-Term Care, Quality of Life, Respite Care, Senior Safety

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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Caring for the Caregiver: Minimize Stress by Emphasizing Gratitude

Blog, Caregiver Health, Depression, Family Caregiving, Personal Home Care, Quality of Life, Respite Care

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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The Fear That Crosses the Mind of Every Family Caregiver: What if I Make a Mistake?

Blog, Caregiver Health, Personal Home Care, Quality of Life, Respite Care, Senior Health, Senior Safety

Increasingly more family caretakers are making this noble choice on a daily basis, signifying the start of lifestyle changes they can only fully comprehend once immersed in them. Even though the positive aspects of serving as a caregiver for an adult family member are immeasurable, they’re not without a variety of challenges as well. It might seem

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How to Live Life to the Fullest in Spite of Chronic Pain and Illness

Blog, Depression, Family Caregiving, Healthy Habits, Home Care, Quality of Life, Respite Care, Senior Health, Senior Safety

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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If You’re a Caregiver AND an Employee, There’s a Risk You Need to Know About

Alzheimer's - Dementia, Caregiver Health, Depression, Family Caregiving, Home Care Costs, Quality of Life, Respite Care, Senior Health, Senior Safety

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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How to Help Aging Parents Who Are Reluctant to See a Doctor

Alzheimer's - Dementia, Blog, Caregiver Health, Fall Prevention, Home Care, Home Care Costs, Long-Term Care, Personal Home Care, Quality of Life, Respite Care, Senior Health, Senior Safety

Why don’t we face it: a lot of us put off visiting the doctor’s office. It could be uncomfortable and downright distressing when something is wrong and we’re facing the prospect of an unwanted diagnosis. But we recognize it’s wise to accomplish what is best for our overall health as well as be conscientious about obtaining essential

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Caregiving Solo? Here’s Why It’s Vital to Partner with Professionals for Dementia Care

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While millions of older adults are dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease, a far greater number of family members are trying to cope with caring for them. Surprisingly, nearly 75% of family caregivers are managing their senior loved ones’ dementia care needs by themselves, with only 26% reaching out for professional care support. Naturally, families want

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Top Tips Dementia Caregivers Wish They’d Known Sooner

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Sometimes, the most beneficial lessons in life come through experiencing them firsthand; yet the wisdom we are able to discover from those who’ve walked a comparable journey before us is priceless. If you are providing care for someone you care about with dementia and becoming a bit stressed in this uncharted territory, the tips below will help:

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