On July 4th and Beyond, Honor Your Elders’ Need for Independence
Although we may not think about it in these terms very often, a person’s dignity and identity are often tied to their...
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How Caregiving Can Help Us Rethink the Meaning of Motherhood
To me, the definition of a mother is someone who nurtures. Yes, carrying a child in your womb for months and then...
Caregiving During the Holidays: Have a Realistic, Positive Approach
There’s an image of holiday perfection that our culture encourages. Starting with Thanksgiving, we are inundated with images of families happily enjoying...
Celebrating Special Occasions When a Loved One Has Dementia
Every family has their own favorite special occasions that they enjoy celebrating. Some may not be big into Halloween, Valentine’s Day, or...
10 Ways to Beat the Holiday Blues
When store employees wish us “Merry Christmas!” we smile back and return the greeting. When acquaintances wave and shout “Happy Holidays!” across...
Geriatric Care Managers (Aging Life Professionals) Can Help Arguing Families and Busy Caregivers
Geriatric care management is a rapidly growing field in the elder care industry. As most caregivers know, researching and coordinating all the...
Egosan Incontinence Sale: Fifty Percent Off Through September!
My wonderful partner EGOSAN Incontinence often has good sales, but this one is a whopper! Fifty percent off of incontinence products now...
Spring Cleaning: How to Refresh Your Caregiving Routine
For many families, spring is a time to shake off the winter blues, deep clean their homes and focus on getting organized....
A New Year Calls for a New Attitude Toward Caregiving
How long has it been since you’ve distanced yourself from caregiving long enough to decide what is good for you? When was...
It’s Christmas Day: Are You Enjoying It?
Many people are celebrating Christmas Day, today, December 25th. Caregivers might find the word celebrating a little over the top but try...
