Plan Ahead for Medical Appointments
When the relative you are caring for must attend a medical appointment, planning ahead is crucial, especially if they have special healthcare needs. You need to be prepared not only [...]
When the relative you are caring for must attend a medical appointment, planning ahead is crucial, especially if they have special healthcare needs. You need to be prepared not only [...]
To download this article, click here Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive disorder involving damage to nerve cells in the brain that control muscle movement. According to the American Parkinson [...]
Caring for an aging relative typically involves physical, psychological, emotional and financial demands. There aren’t enough hours in the day for caregivers to get everything done, let alone spend time [...]
Much is written about caring for aging relatives, offering general advice and specific tips to family caregivers. For any particular family caregiver, some information and ideas may resonate and ultimately [...]
As people age, their diets may need to change, especially if their diets are not well-balanced. According to Ruth Frechman, registered dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, in addition to eating a [...]
Caring for a chronically ill or frail older relative is not easy. As with some other key roles in life, such as parenting, there is no training course to adequately [...]
Strokes are the leading cause of long-term adult disability in this country. Approximately 600,000 Americans experience one each year. Twenty-five percent are left with minor impairments, while 50 percent experience [...]
The contribution of informal caregivers of seniors often goes unrecognized in our society. These unpaid helpers provide practical assistance and enhance quality of life for ill or frail older adults [...]
To download this article, click here Responsibilities of family caregivers typically include chauffeuring, shopping, running errands, paying bills, coordinating medical and other appointments, yard work, home maintenance, housekeeping, preparing meals, [...]
Questions and Suggestions May Prompt Resolutions Whether you are new to caregiving or have been at it for a while, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed and worried about your [...]