Journaling for Caregivers: Rediscover Yourself
At some point during your caregiving journey, you may find yourself in a rut. The awareness may come with a birthday, a change in...
At some point during your caregiving journey, you may find yourself in a rut. The awareness may come with a birthday, a change in...
When my mother died in a local nursing home, my “career” of visiting this exceptional facility nearly every day for almost 15 years ended....
Dear Readers: Happy New Year! It’s time for our semi-yearly roundup featuring elder-friendly products, services, and technology. As always, I’m including links and text...
They say hindsight is 20/20. But things from the past that may seem “clear” to you now can still be distorted by difficult emotions—especially...
You watch your once mentally sharp loved one decline before your eyes. Their uncontrollable behaviors, mood swings, outbursts, confusion, and memory loss are heartbreaking....
Dear Carol: My mom’s been in memory care for over a year, and she’s been happy with the caregivers and social opportunities. I’m aware...
Dear Carol: My husband has had several strokes and is now in a nursing home where I spend much of each day with him....
Every family has their own favorite special occasions that they enjoy celebrating. Some may not be big into Halloween, Valentine’s Day, or Independence Day,...
Dear Carol: My dad was my rock and was always there for his little daughter when I needed support, even more so after Mom...
Note: More is known now about the downfalls of surgery on older adults, yet some are still undergoing surgery that leaves them more damaged...