Herlinda Navarez has been there. Herlinda, who goes by Linda, is a community liaison for Seniorlink & Caregiver Homes. She speaks with caregivers who …
Herlinda Navarez has been there. Herlinda, who goes by Linda, is a community liaison for Seniorlink & Caregiver Homes. She speaks with caregivers who …
Only now does Deborah Fisher realize she’s always been a caregiver at heart. She adopted and raised seven children. She gave birth to a daughter …
Erika enjoys seeing her mother around the holidays. There are so many memories to share, like the fresh Christmas trees Erika’s mother always insisted …
Caring for an elder or a loved one with disabilities is a position many caregivers simply “find themselves” in. Often they have not made a …
Serving as a caregiver for a family member is an extremely rewarding experience. Not only do you get to spend time with your loved one, …
Everyone has different expectations for the challenges that a caregiving role might bring, such as the difficulty of managing a loved one’s medical …
There are plenty of devices out there that can be used to improve the lives of seniors. GPS trackers allow caregivers to keep an eye …
Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia. The disease currently affects over 6 million Americans, a number that is expected to rise to …
Daniel (Allison’s Son), Michael, and Allison smile for a photo at the Ohio State Fair When I Grow Up I Want to Be… A doctor, …
Over 40 million people across the U.S. are providing unpaid assistance to aging parents, chronically ill spouses, and other loved ones. Despite growing accessibility of …
There are plenty of difficult jobs out there, but one that receives minimal attention is that of a family caregiver. Due to the high-stress and …
You help your aging loved one whenever you have the time, but lately you’ve noticed they need more help than you’re able to provide alone. …
If a loved one is suffering from Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, they will undoubtedly go through behavioral changes. In fact, dementia affects behavior …
The stressors associated with family caregiving are well-documented; you can find plenty of studies that illustrate the various emotional issues that arise from being …
At some point, nearly every family must together decide on and designate care plans for their elderly or infirm relatives. Although it’s a reality that …
Caregiving for a friend or family member is one of the greatest gifts that you can give to a loved one, but it’s not …
The deteriorating health of a loved one is undoubtedly a painful thing to witness. It can be particularly difficult, however, to watch our parents grow …
Good nutrition is crucial for older adults and seniors who are trying to stay healthy or recover from illness. If you’re a caregiver, you may …
If your elderly parents are living independently or you’re caring for an aging loved one at home, safety is a prominent concern. At first glance, …
According to 2015 data compiled by the National Alliance for Caregiving and the AARP, an approximate 43.5 million people had provided unpaid, caregiving to family …
I didn’t know I wanted to become a nurse. I was 19 when I took a free course through Boston Public Schools to earn my …
