Topic: National Caregiver Month Demand Reflection National Family Caregiver Month occurs each year in November. It is an opportunity for all family caregivers to look at how caregiving has affected them. It’s a month that should ring grateful gratitude for having the ability to care for a loved one…

Topic: Eldercare in Cold Weather It’s that time of year. The weather is changing, and as a caregiver of your loved ones, preparation is necessary! If you are like most individuals, you feel cold off and on. However, as winter “comes-a-knockin” keeping our elders warm is vital. Cold temperatures can…

Topic: Managing the Caregiver Role with Spreadsheets What is the definition of insanity? I was told it is doing the same thing and getting a different result. Many outcomes(good or bad) in the caregiving space can result from mismanaging of necessary chores and responsibilities in the caregiver role. There are…

Social connection is a fundamental part of life. It’s how we feel attached to those around us. Connections can improve our health in many ways, but for our elderly loved ones, engaging them with others regularly endorses resilience, mental health calmness, and physical well-being and love. Elderly loved ones have…

Topic: Who is a Caregiver? A caregiver is a man or woman who helps loved ones with daily tasks and activities. The goal is to allow our elders to live independently around familiar friends and family. Caregivers are kind-hearted and tender while providing loving care. …

Topic: The Toolkit For Caregivers While Caregiving Have you thought about what aging will look like for you? If not, consider your thoughts, then transpose them onto how your loved ones may feel as their wonder years unfold. Indeed, having all the required tools and a positive attitude will go…

National Senior Center Month! National Senior Center Month is celebrated in September in the United States. Today, nearly 11,000 senior centers serve one million older adults. Older adults who participate in senior center programs experience better psychological well-being. Perceived social and health benefits include lower levels of depression and increased…

Topic: Renal Insufficiency in the Elderly Renal insufficiency is a real problem in the elderly. When kidney function diminishes over time, specifically during the aging process, a host of issues and symptoms can happen. Caregivers must have a working knowledge of the potential consequences of this condition and be proactive…

Topic: Debt & Death? How many family caregivers are facing debt after a loved one dies? This can be an overwhelming burden stacked on top of grieving the loss. It’s a widespread viewpoint heard many times over. …