The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
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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Everyone gets older, but we almost all feel uneasy about the process. As we get older, there is a desire to maintain our physical youth—to look and feel decades younger than we actually are. While concerns about aging might arise, from progressive hair loss to the arrival of joint pains, there are ways in which…
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Giving your time and resources to loved ones brings feelings of delight and satisfaction while also attracting emotions of a heavy burden. Becoming a caregiver can be an extraordinarily taxing responsibility for many individuals, and therefore should not be taken lightly. Though you may do it out of love and respect and the desire to…
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Caregivers often suppress their emotions to be available for those they care for. Though generous, it can lead to burnout, stress, and declining health, making the exhaustive task of caregiving all the more difficult. Regardless of whether you are a professional caregiver or are taking care of a family member, self-care needs to be a…
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