We recently spent five hours with old friends. The “caregiver” was looking after a partner with Alzheimer’s 24/7. We had a wonderful time sharing 70 years of memories, mainly with the caregiver, but we were emotionally drained because we...
Many of our loved ones are discharged from the hospital and put into the care of caregivers. Their main objective is to stay healthy and remain at home. Caregivers can help with this in order to prevent hospital re-admissions....
What is Elder Abuse?
Elder abuse is an intentional act, knowing, or neglect that causes or creates a risk of harm to an older adult.
Types of Abuse
* Physical Abuse- inflicting physical pain or injury on a senior.
* Sexual Abuse- non-consensual...
Ask any current or former caregiver to describe the role of caregiving and the answer you will often hear is “journey”. The definition is certainly appropriate; however, there can be much more to the job. As a former co-caregiver...
Who is on Your Caregiving Team?
Down, set, hut! In a game of football, the ball is snapped from a centre to the quarterback. The quarterback will have mere seconds to execute a play – whether running the ball...
Of the nearly 4000 seniors we have moved, most really wanted to stay in their homes. If you have the finances and are willing to accept help, check out the services that are available in your area and cost...
One of the most common problems with dementia is managing sleep. Many dementia and Alzheimer's patients have trouble sleeping and this can lead to further loss of cognitive ability as well as instability. Sleep problems can become quite an...
As we age and find ourselves or our spouse ill or disabled, there is a great likelihood that one or the other will become our spouse's caregiver. While we may have experience as a caregiver for our parents, becoming...
Having choices at the end of your life and being comfortable as well as feeling loved while in palliative care are choices not available to all seniors. Most seniors have a choice of staying at home with a loved...
Chances are good that you have played a game or two of hide-and-go-seek in your time. One designated person will go on a merry chase to find other players. Caregivers (those individuals helping and supporting others due to disability,...
