When You’ve Promised a Parent You’d Never Put Them in a Care Facility
Caregiving is a job that is full of ups and downs. Many of us take on this role out of love and concern, but...
Caregiving is a job that is full of ups and downs. Many of us take on this role out of love and concern, but...
A common complaint about older people, especially those who have health challenges, is that they “smell” or have other signs that they don’t shower...
Dear Carol: My wife, age 48, is incontinent due to multiple sclerosis (MS). We used to love camping in national parks, so I’ve been...
Many older adults may not bathe as often as younger people think they should, but what about people living with dementia? Here lies a...
People living with dementia are the only ones who really understand what it’s like to live with their form of the disease, whether it’s...
Dementia care demands incredible creativity. The ever-changing needs of the person who has dementia challenge family caregivers and professionals alike. One particular frustration is...
With this goal in mind, Bournemouth University Dementia Institute (BUDI) in Dorset (UK) has found a unique method to help boost confidence and mood...
When a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it’s only natural to worry about what comes next. While Alzheimer’s will progress differently...
It’s an honor to have Minding Our Elders recognized as part of this inspiring group of caregiving and support resources. Thank you @mamapedia! Navigating...
Dear Carol: I’m a menopausal caregiver who is trying to balance my mom’s comfort with mine. She lives with me and has mild dementia...