May 26, 2023
Reading Time 4 min.

Dealing with Parents with Dementia? Here's How to Communicate Better

Dementia is a complex and debilitating disease that affects millions of people worldwide.  It is a broad term used to describe a decline in cognitive abilities, including memory loss, impaired reasoning, and difficulties with language.  Unfortunately, dementia often leads to communication breakdowns between the person with the disease and their loved ones or caregivers.  So […]
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May 19, 2023
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Kidney Health: 5 Ways to Help Seniors Maintain Healthy Kidneys

According to the National Kidney Foundation, one in three American adults is at risk for developing kidney disease.  This risk increases significantly for seniors, who are more likely to experience decreased kidney function.  Often this is due to natural aging processes and other health issues.  However, seniors can take several preventive measures to maintain good […]
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December 9, 2022
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Holiday Sadness: 5 Tips to Keep your Elderly Happy

Holiday sadness is a reality for many seniors. While most of us are excited, some people, especially the elderly, can become sullen during this time.  Now that the holidays are fast approaching, it’s a must for us, caregivers to be prepared. Here are my five tips on how to keep your elderly happy when they […]
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November 11, 2022
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First Aid Kits for Home Use: 5 Tips for Caregivers

Does your loved one have a first aid kit for home use?  If not, you may want to consider putting one together for them. A first aid kit can be a lifesaver in an emergency.  Here are 5 tips for building a first aid kit for home use for seniors. Include a first aid manual […]
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October 14, 2022
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How Ramsay Hunt Disease Can Be Prevented in Seniors

Ramsay Hunt Disease is a viral infection that primarily affects seniors. It’s painful and uncomfortable and can even affect the person long-term.  In my last post, we discussed Ramsay Hunt Disease and its symptoms.  Now here’s the next question. Is there a way for caregivers to prevent their loved ones from getting Ramsay Hunt disease?  […]
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September 16, 2022
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Why Do I Feel Like I’m Not Good Enough? Getting Over Caregiver Guilt

Why do I feel like I'm not good enough?  Believe it or not, every caregiver must have asked themselves this question.  In my opinion, caregivers are among the most amazing people.  It's never easy to attend to people in need. Yet, most of the time, caregivers put their needs last to care for their loved […]
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