Caregiver stress

New to Caregiving: How Do I Keep from Going Under?

Dear Carol: My parents are in their 70s and had been mostly healthy. I don’t have to worry about financial and health legal documents...

What to Do If You Suspect Neglect or Abuse in Your Parent’s Retirement Home

I think most of us approach the idea of sharing the care of an elder with a lot of trepidation. We have cared for...

Siblings Who Care More About Their Inheritance Than Mom and Dad’s Care

“We don’t want strangers taking care of Mom!” “We promised Dad he would never have to go to a nursing home!” “If you really...

Adult Incontinence Rash Happens: How to Prevent It and/or Treat It

Human skin is not meant to withstand close contact with urine-saturated briefs for extended periods of time. When bowel incontinence is also an issue,...

Dementia Losses Painful, but Focus on What’s Still Possible

Dear Carol: My brilliant wife was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 62. She faced this diagnosis with her trademark courage. I’ve been...

Caregiving Is Not a Competitive Sport

Caregiving. What does it mean to you? While often rewarding and frequently exhausting, it’s one of many life events that can only be understood...

Caregivers: It’s Time to Stop Second-Guessing Ourselves

Like most adults, I’ve second-guessed many of my own decisions. While most were made with my own future in mind, that all changed when...

Tips for Using Incontinence Products More Efficiently

If you are caring for someone who wears incontinence protection, you understand the challenges of putting them on (and taking them off) another person,...