It depends on the purpose of the group. Do you want to attend a caregiver group, start a new support group, or are you a professional referring a client to a support group? There a[...]
When you’re a caregiver, time is limited. Make sure you know how to use your time efficiently. Tech columnist, for the New York Times, Dummies author, and CBS Technology corr[...]
Dr. Hairder Javed Warraich wrote an article in the New York Times about Googling a patient, which raises the question: Should doctors Google their patients? Some argue YES, others,[...]
Caregivers who prepare now will feel peace while caregiving. Guest post by Shanon Raynard As a caregiver, you are well acquainted with what it’s like to feel overwhelmed. Every day[...]
Easing the transition from home to assisted living with a special dog Guest post by Lynette Wilson Juul Perhaps the most difficult part of my father-in-law’s (Ole Juul) recen[...]
Over the last two decades, we’ve grown more aware of dementia, causes, and symptoms. Yet, families’ lives are turned upside down when a well-intentioned doctor hastily [...]
Tips for working caregivers to find the balance Guest post by Pam Nelson, VP Genworth Historically, family members and friends have taken on the role of primary caregiver for love[...]
For many years, I review the year on New Year’s Eve. On New Year’s Day, I set forth a map for the year. It may seem silly to some to do this just because the calendar i[...]
Medicare and the ACA Amid the ongoing rollout of the federal and state health insurance exchanges, it is important for seniors and caregivers alike to understand how Medicare fits [...]
A visit from St. Nicolas (Twas the Night before Christmas) by Clement Clarke Moore (1779-1863) Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature wa[...]
The Caregiver’s Voice Humor – 30 Cringeworthy Puns that will make you laugh and feel a little squeamish. Sometimes, we need to take a step back and laugh. Link no longe[...]
