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February 09, 2022

February blog: Promises we can’t always keep

The decision to move a loved one into a long-term care facility will be one of the hardest decisions you make, especially if you’ve made the promise to keep your loved one at home. It is not uncommon for a loved one say, “Promise me you will never put me away” or “always keep me at home with you.” It is a hard request to deny, and often this request leads to a hasty promise.

January 07, 2022

January blog: Elder care groups lend support

“Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right” – Oprah Winfrey The beginning of a new year offers us a chance to make a fresh start and gives renewed energy to the parts of our life that need a little extra attention. It also offers us the chance to look back on our victories and to celebrate our accomplishments. Last year was another challenging year. It required patience, continual commitment and increased adaptability. Congratulate yourself on making it through 2021.

November 08, 2021

Recognizing caregiver burnout and what you can do about it

The mental, physical and financial burdens of caregiving create a high risk for caregiver burnout. Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, emotional or mental exhaustion that can create negative and concerning mental states and attitudes. Burnout occurs when caregivers don’t get the help or support they need, and when the demands on a caregiver’s mind, body and emotions are overwhelming. Once a caregiver begins to feel the effects of burnout, it becomes difficult to care for themselves and their loved one.

October 01, 2021

6th annual Senior Caregiving Conference featuring Teepa Snow

Caring for a person with dementia is a journey of uncertainty, day-to-day frustration, vexing challenges and grief. Care partners can easily become overwhelmed with the responsibilities of their personal, family, professional and caregiving duties. And those with dementia may be frightened of the changes they are experiencing and how those changes affect their ability to participate in everyday life. Dementia is progressive; your loved one’s abilities to function in the world will decline.