National Caregivers Day—How to Show Your Appreciation
By Edward Grinnan2 min read
Here are ways we can honor those who care for our loved ones.
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Have You Received a Comforting Sign from a Loved One Who Has Passed?
By Edward Grinnan2 min read
For one son, it appeared in a secondhand bookstore on the first anniversary of his mother’s death.
Are You Caring for a Dog with Dementia?
By Edward Grinnan5 min read
Calling all caregivers of dogs with canine cognitive dysfunction. We want to hear your stories.
Dos and Don’ts of Caring for an Older Adult with Mental Illness
By Kerstin Yoder4 min read
Mental health changes are not a “normal part of aging” so it’s important to recognize and address the symptoms.
Taking Away the Car Keys—How Did Your Family Handle It?
By Edward Grinnan2 min read
It’s a watershed moment for those with a loved one who has dementia. This writer wants to hear from you about it.
4 Tips to Balance Caregiving and Relationships
By Julie Hayes5 min read
It’s vital to your well-being to strengthen the other important bonds in your life.
Her Mother With Alzheimer’s Sang ‘Silent Night’
By Kristen Kemp9 min read
Dementia had taken away so much from her mother and her family. But at the Christmas Eve service, she realized their faith would see them through.
How Do You Plan to Connect With Others Over the Holidays?
By Edward Grinnan3 min read
Social interactions are crucial to our health and happiness, especially during this season.
5 Ways to Move Past Caregiver Denial
By The Editors2 min read
It’s not easy to accept that a loved one is dealing with dementia. From educating yourself to hiring respite care, here is how to come to terms with a difficult diagnosis.
How to Honor Family Caregivers Across the Nation
By Edward Grinnan2 min read
Even the simplest gesture can make a difference.
Tips to Prepare for a Loved One’s Visit to the Hospital
By Lauri Scharf5 min read
It helps to be ready for anything from an emergency situation to a routine procedure.
When Did You First Suspect a Loved One Had Alzheimer’s?
By Edward Grinnan5 min read
In this case, it was a tip-off from a cocker spaniel.
