Dementia Caregiver’s Experience Brought Premium Incontinence Protection To the US
Note: Egosan is one of my fine sponsors, so I’m proud to occasionally tell you about them. Here’s their story: As is...
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Could a New Medication Be the Cause of Mom’s Increased Falls?
Dear Carol: My mom’s had a lot of health problems in her life, so her prescription list is long. Yet, sure enough,...
Confused About Palliative Care Vs. Hospice Care? You Aren’t Alone
Dear Carol: My mom has advanced lung disease as well as late-stage Alzheimer’s. We know that there are no cures for either...
Family and Professional Caregivers Are More Alike Than Different
Most of us who are family caregivers know that, while we often experience a sense of fulfillment when we provide care for...
Why Does My Older Loved One Sleep All Day?
As people age, they tend to sleep more lightly than when they were younger. Waking up during the night due to achy...
Worried Caregiver Feels Responsible for Frail Dad’s Nutrition
Dear Carol: I’m worried about my dad. He’s been diagnosed with vascular dementia, but he also has heart disease and recently had...
Geriatrician Opens Support Group to New Members Year-Around
This is a unique caregiver opportunity that includes bi-monthly live phone sessions with a geriatrician where you can discuss your caregiving concerns,...
Elder Care Needs Can Change in an Instant
During the years I cared for multiple elders, I grew to dread the ringing of the telephone. It seemed most calls meant...
Do Parents Really Want to Live with Their Adult Children?
It’s difficult to pinpoint how many aging parents live with their adult children, but there is certainly a lot more interest in...
Caregiving: A Legacy To Be Proud Of
Have you thought about what you’d want your obituary to say about you? I hadn’t until I was recently asked to write...
