Adult Day Services Can Fill a Gap for Seniors and Their Caregivers
Most seniors are keen on staying in their homes as they age, but family caregivers often struggle to meet their loved ones’ needs and...
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Caring for Aging Parents Who Didn’t Care for You
Years ago, a journalist (we’ll call her Nancy) requested an interview with me to discuss common caregiving issues for an article she was writing....
Mother’s Day: How Caregiving Can Help Us Rethink the Meaning of Motherhood
Many children face significant challenges as they grow up. Even so, when a child knows there is someone they can always count on during...
Caregivers Can Celebrate Mother’s Day With Forgiveness
Nearly any of us who are mothers have wanted to be a perfect example of motherhood. Yet, the reality is, that since we are...
Should You Join Someone with Dementia in Their Reality?
It was not unlike any other day, but on this particular afternoon Dad was adamant. He was waiting for his medical degree from the...
Hospice Care: Help During End Stages of Life
Each time I walked into Dad’s room in the nursing home, he would be rigid in bed, propped up on one elbow and slamming...
In-Office Dementia Test Just the First Step in Getting a Diagnosis
Dear Carol: My mom is showing signs of compromised decision-making ability as well as some short-term memory loss. I understand that there are quick,...
Grandfather with Dementia Refuses His Medications
Dear Carol: My mom’s having a terrible time with my grandpa who has Alzheimer’s disease. He’s supposed to take a pill to help his...
Am I a Caregiver? Defining the Family Caregiver Role
Many individuals struggle to accept the label of “family caregiver,” but fully embracing this role increases our chances of succeeding in it. What Is...
Honor Your Elders’ Need for Independence
…”I often compare aging to the life cycle of a rose. It begins with a fresh new bud, which opens in full bloom and...
