The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
When someone you love gets diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it can be a painful time for everyone involved. Things become more difficult as your loved one becomes more forgetful. You can help make things easier by following some guidelines that will keep their mouth in top shape instead of allowing them to fall into the traps…
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Pelvic floor exercises have become increasingly popular with celebrity wellness gurus in recent years, from Kourtney Kardashian’s “Kegel boxing” to Gwyneth Paltrow’s jade egg. Though this may seem like just another silly trend, the truth is that exercising your pelvic floor properly is one of the best ways to counteract incontinence (involuntary urinating), which is…
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Have you recently become the caregiver for someone you love? Taking care of a loved one can give you a sense of fulfillment, but it can also give you some extra stress. Depression and anxiety are common issues for caregivers, so it is important for people who are new to the role to use self-care…
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As a caregiver, one of your most important tasks is helping protect the rights of those you care for. This is incredibly important for caregivers who work with dementia patients, as the patient may not have the ability to advocate for themselves. Dementia patients are at an increased risk of elder abuse and exploitation due…
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As people get older, the likelihood of having a medical health issue increases. From physical degradation like genetic pattern hair loss to cardiovascular issues, the body can become afflicted by various conditions as the body ages. What you put in your body has a serious effect on your overall health, from the state of…
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Are You Familiar With These Five Alzheimer’s Resources? Although the exact number is unknown, the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that nearly eleven million Americans are providing care for a family member suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. They also estimate that this voluntary group contributes around eighteen billion hours of care per year, totaling $234 billion of unpaid…
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