Dementia care

How to Communicate with Someone Who Can No Longer Speak

Years ago, I stumbled upon a video that remains vivid in my mind. In it, an elderly couple who had spent a...

Caregiving is a job that is full of ups and downs. Many of us take on this role out of love and...

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

Millions of people consume alcohol, but each person has their own unique relationship with this substance. While many can drink in moderation...

If you are like most family caregivers, you probably made a promise to your parent(s) years ago that you would never place...

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

Becoming a family caregiver is often something that either happens very suddenly or slowly sneaks up on a person. When a loved...

The truth, as they see it, is still the truth in their eyes. Delusions, hallucinations, agitation, aggression and depression are all part...

Most family caregivers want what is best for their loved ones, and they’ll do whatever it takes to make that happen. Unfortunately,...

Dear Carol: I’m struggling. My husband was always super neat, but Alzheimer’s gradually took away his ability to organize even the basics...