Results for "Caregiving"

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7 Ways to Make the Holidays Special for Someone With Memory Loss
The holidays can be a joyful and busy time filled with family, food and tradition. But if you’re caring for someone with memory loss, this season can also...
December 18
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Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s? How to Manage Caregiver Stress and Protect Your Own Health
If you’re caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, it can be one of the most meaningful experiences in your life as well as one...
December 17
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What Not to Say to Someone With Alzheimer's and What to Say Instead
When you’re talking with someone who has Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, you might not be sure of what to say or how your words will be received. Even...
October 24
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How to Choose the Right Senior Care Setting
Choosing the right senior care setting for yourself or for someone you care about can feel overwhelming. It’s a big decision and it’s not just about health...
October 07
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Your Child’s Bathing Schedule: What’s Too Much or Too Little?
After a long day at school, childcare or running around outside, your child might come home covered in dirt, sweat or even paint and glitter. You know...
September 16
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Preventing and Spotting Undernutrition in Seniors
As you get older, your nutrition needs change. You might also have changes in your appetite, energy and ability to cook or eat regularly. That can put...
September 14
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Understanding and Coping With the Stages of Parkinson’s Disease
When you think of Parkinson’s disease, it’s common to think about the movement problems it causes, like tremors or stiffness. But this condition affects...
August 13
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Supporting Someone With a Brain Injury: Tips for Friends and Family
When someone has a brain injury, everything changes. And those changes don’t only affect the person who’s recovering. They affect everyone who cares about...
July 24
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What Is Early Onset Alzheimer’s? A Guide for Families and Caregivers
When you think of Alzheimer’s disease, you probably picture an older adult in their 70s or 80s. But what if the signs show up much earlier — before age...
June 01
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How to Protect Your Family From Elder Abuse
Caring for an aging parent, grandparent or loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. You want them to feel safe, respected and well cared for. But...
May 19