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tips for dementia caregivers

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Why You Shouldn’t Tell People in Dementialand to Calm Down

When someone with dementia gets agitated, angry, or anxious, our instinct is to comfort and reassure. A natural thing to...

bed sores

Medical Conditions

Bed Sores 101: Causes, Stages, and Early Detection

Seniors with limited mobility are at serious risk for bed sores (aka pressure sores). Spending a significant amount of time...

guided meditations for deep sleep

Health & Wellness

Improve Caregiver Sleep with 5 Relaxing Guided Meditations for Deep Sleep [Video]

Daytime caregiver stress can cause restless nights. You may have trouble falling asleep or having good quality sleep. To get...

dysphagia diet

Medical Conditions

10 Quick and Easy Dysphagia Diet Recipes (for Swallowing Problems): 5 Ingredients or Less

Many seniors have difficulty swallowing food or liquids. This condition is called dysphagia and can cause serious issues like aspiration...

caregiver boundaries

6 Tips for Caregivers to Set Realistic Boundaries and Expectations

When you’re caring for an older adult it can be difficult to set the boundaries and expectations you need to...

tips for dementia caregivers

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Stress Relief

Habits of Sane Caregivers in Dementialand

Caring for a person with dementia is a nonstop challenge. The intense stress and fatigue can cause a variety of...

managing dysphagia

Medical Conditions

7 Helpful Tips for Seniors and Caregivers Managing Dysphagia

Difficulty swallowing food or liquids is a serious problem for seniors. This is often caused by a condition called dysphagia,...

helping elderly parents with finances

Financial Matters / Legal Matters

Financial Paperwork and Information Your Elderly Parents Should Have On Hand

When you’re caring for an older adult, it’s important to make sure key financial documents are in order. These documents...

help seniors with depression

Medical Conditions

5 Ways to Help Seniors Be More Positive

Seniors are more vulnerable to sadness or depression because they’re going through major life changes like declining health, death of...

depression in seniors

Medical Conditions

10 Ways to Help Seniors Deal with Isolation and Depression

Many seniors go through major life changes that could make them more vulnerable to depression. But it’s heartbreaking to stand...

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