Caring for Parkinson’s in the Later Stages: Part 3 of 3
A Parkinson’s disease diagnosis affects members of the family as well as the person afflicted. Learning about what to expect as the condition advances is paramount to being prepared for all the changes in the future and to making life the best it can be each day, and to help caregivers in caring for Parkinson’s […]
Caring for Loved Ones in the Middle Stage of Parkinson’s Disease: Part 2 of 3
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s not just the person diagnosed, but those caring for loved ones with the disease. Understanding what to expect as the disease progresses is vital to being ready for the changes to come and to making the most of every day. In our three-part series about caring for loved one with Parkinson’s, […]
Dementia Caregiving and Non-Verbal Communication
Communication can be so much more than just the words we say to one another. A grin, gesture, or touch can communicate volumes. As dementia advances in a loved one, it may become necessary to experiment with various methods to stay connected. If you are unsure where you can start, try these ideas: Body Positioning […]
Understanding Senior Care and Parkinson’s in the Early Stages: Part 1 of 3
When a person is diagnosed with Parkinson’s, it impacts family members in addition to the person diagnosed. Understanding what to expect as the disease progresses is key to being prepared for the changes in the future and also to make life the very best it can be every day. Throughout the next couple of months, […]
Alzheimer’s Disease and Vision Issues
The elaborate, complicated steps associated with making it possible for us to see are amazing. In the blink of an eye, our brains can easily take data transmitted from our environment, interpret that data in accordance with feedback from our other thoughts, senses, and experiences and then acquire an understanding of that information which will […]
Feeling Stressed Out? Top Tips for Family Caregivers
Serving as a family care provider for a senior loved one is truly an act of love. Even though it can certainly be rewarding, it may also become daunting, due to: The physical issues of a chronic health condition The cognitive challenges of dementia Feeling helpless and not able to address the senior’s challenges Feeling […]
Understanding Parkinson’s Disease: Know the Early Warning Signs
Even though nearly one million people are living with Parkinson’s disease in the U.S. alone, a greater understanding of Parkinson’s was perhaps first brought to the spotlight by the diagnosis of Michael J. Fox. Since then, his foundation has funded advancements in research and awareness which were previously unparalleled, providing us with hope for a […]
Caring for a Loved One with Middle Stage Dementia Symptoms: Part 2 of 3
Getting the news that a senior family member has been diagnosed with dementia is life-changing. Thinking through the many different facets and factors associated with the disease as well as its impact, both presently and in the future, may be overwhelming. In this three-part series, we’ll examine the early, middle and later stages of dementia. […]
Best Ways for Family Caregivers and Older Adults to Maintain Mental and Physical Wellness During the Pandemic
While we are able to see the light at the end of the tunnel, the COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on our mental and physical wellness. Months of isolation and physical separation from those we love has taken a toll on many older adults and the ones they love. Now is the perfect time for […]
Early Stage Dementia Caregiving: Part 1 of 3
Receiving the news that an older family member has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is life-changing. Thinking through the countless different facets and factors associated with the disease, both now as well as in the future, may be overwhelming. In the coming months, this three-part series will examine the early, middle and later stages of dementia. […]