Monthly Archives: September 2018

7 Care Package Items for Elderly Loved Ones

Giving a care package is a great way to make elderly loved ones feel special. Even the simplest of gifts can lift spirits and give him or her bragging rights for the day! Working in the assisted living community, I had the pleasure of witnessing residents receive gifts both through mail and hand delivered. Without […]

Senior Matters: Healthy Food Delivery Options

If you’re a caregiver to an elderly loved one, then you know that keeping up with nutritious meals can be a challenge. Between grocery shopping, prep-work and cooking, it can be hard to fit everything into an already busy day. Luckily, there are several meal delivery options that can help lighten your load and keep […]

Dementia: Stages, Scales and Progression Models

Dementia experts break down various stages of dementia into anywhere from 3 to 7 phases. Each category is separated according to the level of severity and typical characteristics portrayed. The number of stages varies depending on how the 3 main categories (mild, moderate and severe) are broken down into subcategories.

5 Steps to Take Before You Become a Relative’s Caregiver

If you think you may someday be managing the life of a parent, you’d be well advised to get a jump on the situation before matters reach a tipping point.

Family Caregiver: Building Your Care Partner Team

I want to talk about a very important concept, building your “care partner team.” It is far too easy to think as a spouse (or primary family caregiver) facing caregiving … “I can do it all” or “I have to do it all”.   You know I always loved that song by Helen Reddy, “You […]