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5 Outing Ideas for Seniors with Dementia
If your loved one has dementia, it may be more difficult for them to take part in the activities they used to enjoy. However, there are still many ways for people with dementia to enjoy their time and bond with…
What Is the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit?
If you have an aging loved one who needs part-time or full-time care for their health — or if you’re experiencing this change yourself — you may have noticed that the care that seniors often need can be expensive. Many…
Dementia Wandering Prevention: 5 Tips for Caregivers
The different symptoms associated with dementia at various stages include memory loss, agitation, and confusion. One of the most troublesome symptoms that many people with dementia exhibit is the urge to wander. Why Do People with Dementia Wander? Dementia affects…
How to Help Elderly Parents from a Distance
Caregiving is complex enough without the added stress of living far away from your loved one. In today’s world, however, there are plenty of tools to provide help for elderly parents — even if you’re not nearby. Long-distance caregiving is…
Caregiver Guilt: What It Is & Six Tips on How to Manage It
Caring for a loved one is never easy, especially when you struggle with caregiver guilt. Your mind can trick you into believing that you aren’t doing enough when in reality, you’re doing the most important job there is: keeping your…
Helping vs. Enabling as a Caregiver: 3 Tips for Maintaining Balance
When you have an aging family member, it’s natural to want to help them with whatever they may need on a day-to-day basis. Many older adults struggle with things like limited mobility and cognitive decline, making them reliant on the…