Caregivers
Senior Smartphone Apps to Help Your Loved One Live Independently
As a caregiver, technology can be your friend! There are a number of excellent smartphone apps that can help your aging loved one stay organized, manage their finances and stay connected with others. It’s estimated that 42% of seniors own a smartphone, according to the Pew Research Center, and perhaps many more would be open…
Read MoreHow to Prepare your Home When a Senior Loved One is Moving in
As they get older, seniors may choose to move in with their children. This provides them with companionship and care they need as they age while also allowing them to maintain close contact with their kids and grandkids. Sharing a family home can also cut expenses for all involved. Given the advantages, especially during the…
Read More5 Simple and Safe DIY Projects to Help Caregivers Pass Time while Social Distancing at Home
With so many of us stuck at home due to COVID-19 social distancing, we are all searching for ways to stay busy. Streaming movies and relaxing can be wonderful ways to spend time and calm anxieties, but you may find yourself desiring more productive activities to help pass the time while you are social distancing.…
Read MoreHow to Create an Environment Safe for Someone with Alzheimer’s
Taking care of a relative or loved one with Alzheimer’s disease requires patience and plenty of planning. As such, it’s very important to make your home a safe, loving, and comfortable environment for them. Thankfully, you are not alone — there is help available. Small Adjustments Many of the changes your home needs will be…
Read MoreFamous Family Caregivers: 21 Celebrities Who Have Cared for Family Members
Most caregivers never expected to be in that role. It isn’t something we plan for. The reality is maybe we should. It may be short term, like after a parent has knee replacement, or it may be for years if a parent or spouse is diagnosed with dementia. Either way, it may seem overwhelming at…
Read MoreBenefits Abound for Seniors and Caregivers Engaging in Yoga and Meditation
When it comes to health, yoga and meditation can be particularly positive additions to virtually anyone’s lifestyle. Whether you’re a senior, caregiver, or love someone who fits one of those descriptions, making these practices part of the routine can mean reaping particularly important benefits. Read on for information about all there is to gain and…
Read MoreFour Tips to Improve your Social Wellness as a Caregiver
Lack of social support from your family and friends can have negative implications for your health and wellness as a caregiver. In fact, researchers suggest that maintaining poor social networks could have the same psychosocial and biomedical risk factors as cigarette smoking. Poor social support among caregivers is also associated with increased mortality, depression,…
Read MoreHow to Design the Ultimate Bedroom for a Child on the Autism Spectrum
As a parent, of course you want to be sensitive to finding the best methods for encouraging your child to thrive. Setting up a great environment can feel challenging when your child is on the autism spectrum, but there are some simple principles to keep in mind that make it easier. Read on for…
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