The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
It’s hard to deny the impact the pandemic has had on our lives. It has changed the way we work, study, and interact with our close ones. Unfortunately, older people are more vulnerable, and they are at higher risk of complications from the coronavirus. Therefore, they had to make significant changes in their lifestyle to…
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The emotional toll of being a caregiver to a loved one who has Alzheimer’s Disease is hard enough. But when your loved one is struggling with addiction, it seems the bar is raised a few levels higher. Not only are you caring for someone who’s losing memory, coordination, and mental function daily, you’re also taking…
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Visit The Diary of an Alzheimer’s Caregiver for more insights, information, and support on caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s. Adapting to life with Alzheimer’s can be a challenge for everyone — not only the Alzheimer’s patient but also their caregivers and loved ones. One of the biggest things to consider is how to…
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You are a strong caregiver, but even the strongest can be overwhelmed with all the responsibilities that come with caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. The VerifyCare app is the all-inclusive support tool you need to help ease the stresses of caregiving, organize your duties, and keep family and friends informed. Below are 10 ways the VerifyCare app helps manage the care needs of your loved one (LO) with Alzheimer’s and takes some weight off your shoulders.
It’s no secret that caring for loved ones as they age can come with many responsibilities as well as new situations to navigate. While, preparing for senior living and planning for the future might seem intimidating, sticking to an aging parents checklist can help ensure the comfort and happiness of parents as they get older….
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You don’t have to shell out a ton of money every month to a fancy gym to stay physically fit! You don’t even have to stick to those latest juice cleanse trends. Instead, completing a workout as simple as a walk around the block or a relaxing yoga session can be a great way…
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As a caregiver, keeping track of medications isn’t always the easiest task. Having to remember what time to give your loved one their pills, keeping up with refills, and making sure to record any side effects or symptoms can be a lot to manage. Medication management is extremely important to ensure any drugs that are…
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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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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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