The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
We all dream of it — the day we’ll finally be able to step out of the office building (hopefully forever) and have the time and freedom to do whatever we want to do. Friends will throw retirement parties and celebrate this huge milestone, but when they ask what you’re going to do with your…
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Home hospital beds are typically well-built, long-lasting pieces of medical equipment. If they are properly maintained, they have a useful lifespan of many years. While you or your loved one may no longer need their adjustable bed, there is almost certainly someone else who would be happy to have it. In this article, we look…
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It’s no secret that as we age, we have less energy and need extra help here and there. But when you live with Dementia, the level of care needed can quickly increase, especially in the latter stages of a diagnosis. Dementia is ever prevalent in the UK as close to one million people live with…
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A person with Alzheimer’s disease lives in a world of confusion and fear. They are aware of the changes that are going on within them. They just don’t know what to do with the information. It is up to us, as their caregivers, to help them. Making sure that they feel loved is the most…
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As you age, it often becomes more appealing to live somewhere that requires little effort to take care of. Somewhere you aren’t responsible for repairs if something goes wrong or maybe even somewhere where you aren’t in charge of mowing the lawn. While renting may not have been ideal in your younger years,…
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Daily life becomes a challenge during old age. Accomplishing even the most basic tasks can be difficult and troublesome for the elderly. Luckily, advancements in technology for seniors are changing the face of aging. New solutions in consumer technologies have drastically improved the quality of life for seniors, allowing many of them to…
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Most people think of Alzheimer’s as a disease that only affects the elderly, but early-onset Alzheimer’s can develop in people who are still as young as their late 40s. If you’re a caregiver to someone that has Alzheimer’s and can’t work anymore you can help them file a claim for Social…
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A caregiver’s main goal is to help their client or loved one navigate the physical and mental challenges they face as they age. Coming to terms with new limitations can be difficult for some seniors, so it is important to help them maintain a sense of independence whenever possible. In some cases, this could involve…
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Maintaining good health is a priority for everyone, but it’s especially critical for seniors. Older adults are more likely to have chronic health conditions than younger ones. Further, they may be more susceptible to developing other issues. Seniors who embraced healthy habits earlier in life may find it relatively easy to maintain them, but others…
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A healthy mouth is very important for overall health. In addition to nutritional concerns, gum disease can lead to heart disease as well as a host of other medical issues including stroke, digestion trouble, and infection. For Alzheimer’s patients, a loss of functions can include the inability to care properly for one’s teeth and…
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