Bruce Williams envisions what the end will be like caring for Ann his wife who was diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer's. Touching story by a husband. Sentimental. [...]
A Convenient, Effective, and Free Tool for Caregivers While caregivers enjoy benefits, including a deep sense of purpose in helping another human being who truly needs support, car[...]
Caregiving - how we handle life's twists and turns - some may take us to the edge. Chanie Gorkin, a youthful sage, offers us two perspectives of living. Image: Poetry Nation[...]
Article excerpts - Surviving Caregiver Burnout with Awe, Caregiving Gratitude, Cognitive Bias, A Daughter's Song in Her Mom's Memory, and Saying the Right Thing During A Crisis.[...]
With more of us wanting to age at home, four authors offer tips to help us think about and prepare to safely manage activities of daily living and more.[...]
Numb after his younger-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis at age 50, UK-based Peter Berry grew depressed and wanted commit suicide... until he asked a question.[...]
Choose the Long-Term Care Provider That’s Right for You As the people we love age, the care they need will fluctuate. Depending on mobility, physical health, and mental capac[...]
Could an implant hold potential for the brain with dementia? [TCV Update 2/14/2022 NYT article, subscription required] Could “chips” (brain implants) proposed by Elon M[...]
A Shower with A Pressure Washer? Oh MY! Caregiver, Bruce Williams, serves as a model of finding fun amidst the sadness of losing his wife. It’s not his first choice to serve[...]
Giving Home Healthcare Workers the Safety They Deserve Guest article by Paul Ambrose Home healthcare workers enter patients’ homes each day to aid in care. Their clients may [...]
While we crave independence we do need to work together from time to time in the South African spirit of ubuntu - it could save a caregiver's life.[...]
Kayla The Comfort Doll had me smiling even before she made her debut. Late one evening, while visiting residents in the nursing home where my father lived, I heard an elder shout, [...]