Category Archives: Caregiving

Dementia Care: Communicating with Compassion

  Have you ever said the wrong thing? Maybe your objective was to compliment a friend on her new haircut, but you came across sounding like you were criticizing her previous hairstyle. Choosing our words carefully is always important, but even more so in dementia care. The words we say along with the way we … Continue reading

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Family Caregiver Challenges: Identifying the Top 4 Concerns

    If you have ever felt invisible as a family caregiver, you are not alone. Caring for someone you love takes center stage, and you may find that your own needs are placed on the back burner. A recent listening session however, allowed family caregivers to speak honestly and openly about what they need—and … Continue reading

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Tips for Fostering Healthy Sleep Patterns in Older Adults

  We’ve all been there: slowing down breathing, counting sheep, listening to white noise, all in an attempt to force our brains to shut down to allow us the sleep we desperately need. As we age, it can be even more difficult to get enough sleep. Older adults may experience modifications to their sleep architecture, … Continue reading

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Understanding Grief in Older Adults

  By the time we reach our golden years, we have had many years of building deep connections with friends and family. These bonds are very important to our quality of life, so when they are severed, it inevitably leads to feelings of deep loss. You may feel hopeless to assist an older loved one … Continue reading

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How Culinary Care Tactics Engage Seniors with Dementia

  There is something so special about the kitchen. It is the first stop kids make when they get home from school, in search of a snack as well as the opportunity to share about their day. It is the place family members gather to cook holiday meals together. It is also a place to … Continue reading

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