Pets and senior citizens — a match made in heaven. Whether it’s a furry feline, a playful puppy, or even a floppy-eared bunny, a pet can bring so much joy and comfort to the lives of seniors. But the benefits of pet ownership go far beyond companionship; there are wonderful health benefits and improvements to the […]
Are you looking for healthy, quick, and tasty lunch items for your elderly loved ones? Lunchtime doesn't have to be complicated for you—or boring for them! Here are some easy-peasy mid-day meal ideas to get you started: Simple yet Scrumptious Meals for Seniors 1. Veggie Wrap A wrap is a great way to pack in […]
You are caring for a loved one and struggling to care for yourself. You know this isn't a sustainable way to live, but what options do you have? In this bonus episode, I talk to Judy Burkle of Coach Judy about ways to avoid burnout. Judy also has a Burnout Prevention Membership you may want […]
Guest Submission from Johny Kershaws 1. Introduction to Alzheimer's: Alzheimer's disease is a disease that causes memory, thinking, and behavior problems. Symptoms usually develop slowly and worsen over time, becoming severe enough to interfere with daily tasks. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to talking to someone with Alzheimer's, as each individual's condition will progress differently. […]
Image credit: Pexels Source: https://www.pexels.com/photo/nurse-measuring-the-blood-pressure-of-a-patient-6129676/ Nurses are in high demand in the United States. In fact, due to this demand, it's projected that there will be far more nursing jobs compared to any other profession. As such, it remains the fastest-growing career path in the country. Be that as it may, there is one particular nurse job […]
Being a caregiver is an enormous responsibility. Often, caregivers become so used to putting someone else first that they completely neglect their well-being. But it doesn’t have to be that way. If you’re someone providing care for a loved one, Fading Memories Podcast advises keeping well while staying on task. Time Management When striving for […]
Life continues to prove that love can find you at any age. However, when you partner up later in life, there's more to sort through than if you were in your 20s or 30s. Marriage, at this point, becomes a union of two people with longer histories and vast life experiences. Here are tips to […]
This Care Team article is on shopping and meal prep. If you haven’t read Assemble a Care Team (General)) start there first. As I’ve mentioned in previous care team articles, evaluating your strengths and weaknesses is where you need to start when getting help. In the earlier stages of the disease, it’s not impossible to handle […]
Caregivers & employment challenges were a big problem before Covid-19 made them worse. This is a companion article to the podcast episode Caregiving & Employment – Make it All Work. Currently, there are over 16 million Americans that require help with daily living. Most of these people get help from unpaid family members and friends. Some […]
Memories are profoundly linked to music. We know this because we remember what was going on when a particular song was popular. We associate songs with our first love, our first break up so it’s not surprising that music can reach someone locked in a dying brain. Even for people with severe dementia, music can […]
