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Staying Happy as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

When you’re caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, the most important thing to you is their safety and well-being. You will do whatever it takes to achieve these goals. This responsibility, however, wears on you and puts your happiness in jeopardy. They say...

Hospital Acquired Infections – Risks and Prevention

Having worked in the hospital for many years, I’m aware of the potential for healthcare acquired infections. The elderly and chronically ill are especially vulnerable. Many of these infections are caused by the devices and procedures that are necessary in order...

Prioritizing for the Working Caregiver

Caregivers are brilliant problem-solvers.  These are the people running around playing an extreme, real-life version of Whack-a-Mole with problems and situations coming from all directions.  And the caregivers are usually winning! They can prioritize, solve problems...

Have You Lost That Lovin’ Feeling?

It’s February which means it’s a time when thoughts turn to love and Valentine’s Day. According to the ads, you are thinking of your special someone and deciding what (expensive) item you’ll surprise them with on February 14th. And maybe those ads have got you...

How to Care for an Elder While Respecting Their Independence

  Growing old is hard. As our elders grow older and become frailer, they may increasingly need help with the tasks of everyday life. But just because they need more help and may become less capable as they age, it doesn’t mean our parents and other elderly loved ones...