How to Deal With Irrational Elderly Parents
Elderly parents exhibiting irrational behavior is a common occurrence, and there may be health-related reasons behind it. It is important that you do not take it…
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5 Everyday Exercises for Caregivers
It can be incredibly challenging for family caregivers to find time for exercise. Caregivers are usually immersed in taking care of the person in need, doing…
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Dating a Man Who Takes Care of His Mom
It is not uncommon for grown men to provide care to their single aging mothers. This is observed more among families with a single, divorced, or…
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How to Pay for Long-Term Nursing Care
The price of long-term care is skyrocketing with each passing year. The average cost of adult daycare is approximately $1,603 per month, confirms a report by…
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Caregiver Support Groups in Los Angeles
Do you feel lonely as a caregiver to parent, spouse or a sibling? Are you an Angeleno? According to a stat by the American Association of…
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How to Take a Pet Away From a Dementia Patient
Taking the pet away from a loved one with dementia can be challenging for a caregiver. Pets (mainly dogs) offer physical, social, and emotional support for…
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How to Ask For Help as a Caregiver
I get how some caregivers can fall into the trap of doing it all on their own. This is more likely to happen when the caregiver…
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Code of Ethics for Family Caregivers
Family caregiving is not a real profession. You are not an employee on the payroll. Your choice to care for an elder family member is not…
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How Much Do Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) Cost?
Not every senior person can afford to buy a senior apartment or an ECHO home of their own. Adult children can always lend a helping hand…
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Is Caregiving a Real Job?
Yes, caregiving is as real a job as a cashier or a lawyer. An aspiring caregiver can opt for training, certification, and even college degree programs….
