Category: Caregiver Resources

Do’s and Don’ts When Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease

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Providing care and support to a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia can come with unique challenges. The disease causes physical damage to the brain, affecting functions like judgment, memory, and speech. For adult children and caregivers, managing these changes can be difficult. To offer guidance, we’ve compiled a list... Read more »

9 Gift Ideas That Are Perfect for Someone in the Hospital

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If your friend or family member is in the hospital, it’s natural to want to bring them something when you visit. But it may be difficult to know what gifts may be appropriate and appreciated. To help you out, here are some hospital gift ideas (that aren’t flowers!) that are perfect for older adults. What to Bring… Read more »

Gift Ideas for Your Senior this Holiday Season

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This may be our most asked question during this time of year! Finding gifts for our senior loved ones in assisted living or long-term care can be a challenge. Holiday Gift Guide for Seniors If you are hoping to find a more meaningful gift, here are a few ideas you might want to consider: Produce... Read more »

How to Prepare for a Move to Memory Care

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Moving a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia to a memory care community is an emotional decision that can be difficult and overwhelming for most families. It often happens when you notice significant changes in their behavior, safety, and daily functioning that raise concerns about their quality of life and... Read more »

What to Do When an Aging Loved One Becomes Aggressive or Mean

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Watching an aging loved one’s personality shift from kind and considerate to difficult and sometimes mean can be upsetting and also confusing. You may be wondering what might trigger this type of change and what you should do to help. This blog from Optalis Healthcare offers guidance on how to manage the new and challenging… Read more »

Open Enrollment: Who, What, Why and How

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Many find that working your way through the Medicare Open Enrollment process for the first time can be very daunting! Seniors are bombarded with information by mail and even on television commercials but what information is actually necessary for open enrollment? Here’s a quick overview of what you should know to help make the most… Read more »

Planning a Summer Respite Stay

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Are you planning a family vacation this summer and need a safe place for a senior loved one to stay? Respite is the ideal solution for you! Respite services offer a care solution for older adults and people with a disability who need extra support on a short-term basis. Your loved one can enjoy a short-term… Read more »

Traveling Safely with Mom this Summer

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Dear Ashlee: My husband and I decided to include his 85-year old mother on our summer vacation this year. While our plans are still in the works, we expect to be staying at a national park for five or six nights. We haven’t tried this before so we are hoping for a little advice on… Read more »