Participation in social groups has the potential to delay cognitive decline and a diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease. Older adults who are isolated because of choice or physical disability are more susceptible to depression, cognitive decline, and... Read more
Family conflict occurs in many family caregiving situations when aging parents begin to need assistance. Disagreement occurs about which child should provide care. Which child has the most free time. Aging parents resist the idea of adult children managing their... Read more
When asked how old they feel specific to health and aging, many senior citizens report a number lower than their actual age. This self report confirms a positive attitude and belief that good health can delay the negative effects of old age. Other seniors report... Read more
Patient neglect is becoming a more frequent occurrence among care providers. Admittedly not all patient neglect is intentional. The results of patient neglect are tragic for patients and for family members experiencing emotional upset because of the occurrences. This... Read more
The act of caregiving and attempting to be a caregiving advocate for a loved one can be frustrating when staff at hospitals, care communities, rehab centers, medical offices, home health, and in other health care positions are less than helpful. Caregivers and care... Read more
Caregiving and daily life routines that result in the development of a care plan may prove to be a fascinating subject when caring for elderly parents. How many of us are in a routine that seems normal but when viewed from the outside may be considered abnormal or at... Read more
Family caregiver dysfunction is created and complicated by early life family relationships. Sometimes, the complication results from the care recipient who denies that care may be needed. Other times, the complication results from adult children who don’t see... Read more
Hospital dumping of dementia patients is the new normal. Twice in the past 30 days I have had two clients sent to the emergency room for delusional and unsafe behavior. Both individuals had a diagnosis of dementia. Both times a medication review was requested because... Read more
Achieving a work-life balance is challenging for many individuals depending on life-stage: some employees may be raising children, others experiencing health issues of their own, some supporting adult children with the care of grandchildren, or caring for aging... Read more
Caregiving, family, and the holidays; all emotional words depending on one’s perception of combining all three together. For some caregiving is an emotionally draining act. For others being with family during the holidays (or any time during the year) stirs up... Read more
The Caregiving Trap: Solutions for Life’s Unexpected Changes
Caring for aging parents and family members with declining health can stir up a range of feelings that include guilt, sadness, and exhaustion. Learn how to cope with the unexpected role of caregiving and care receiving.
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