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People have long sought the ability to see the future by gazing into a crystal ball. That ability is now a reality — for some aspects of our lives, at least. Preventing chronic diseases and declining abilities as we age is very important for family caregivers but we don’t always know exactly what we should do … Read more
Many family caregivers look for a magic bullet to alter the behavior or change the course of a chronic medical condition of their senior loved ones. Some caregivers hang their hopes on what are known as superfoods. Is this a good thing? Can eating specific foods really change anything today or tomorrow to make your caregiving … Read more
Family caregivers make promises they will care for senior loved ones at home. Caregivers know they want to age in place and live the rest of their years in the home of their dreams. Sometimes this desire or dream turns into an unachievable reality, as their personal health needs and safety become more than family … Read more
For generations past, aging in place was but a dream for many seniors. More likely they would, at some point, move to a senior living facility or into their children’s home. Now we know it is a reality for most seniors. However, this isn’t as easy as some might have thought, causing family caregivers at times to … Read more
Our vision is a precious ability, something we want to remain perfect (or at least near enough) as long as possible. None of us want to even consider a time when our vision will become impaired. Seeing the sun in the sky, a bluebird in flight, or the blossom of a spring flower is a privilege … Read more
Family caregivers who care for loved ones with dementia have to consider how they will handle a progressive disease, one which will eventually rob them of the senior they love. They face what seem like daily changes, which all too quickly become challenges. For family members who are dealing with dementia, that’s just one piece of the puzzle. … Read more
Caring for our senior loved ones is, in some ways, similar to a multifaceted jewel for family caregivers. There are so many fine details that we must carefully consider and oversee for them to shine and keep them safe as they age. One of the most fragile and treacherous points of care is our seniors’ … Read more
“I haven’t heard from Grandma today. I hope she hasn’t fallen again.” “Why isn’t Dad answering his phone; is there something wrong or did he just forget to charge it, like last time”? Those and similar sentiments are expressed every day by family caregivers of older adults across the US, especially if their loved ones … Read more
Each March we celebrate American Red Cross Month by recognizing heroes and thanking them for all they do for the community and others. Since 1881, American Red Cross volunteers have been an essential part of our nation’s response to war, natural disaster and other human suffering. We’ve seen the triumph of the human spirit as … Read more
