A Resolution Suggestion from The Caregiver Curmudgeon by Gary Barg, Editor-in-Chief, cargiver.com I'm here to tell you that as a loving family caregiver you cannot fail, not once, not ever. Now that you've caught your breath, let me elaborate. As a loving family caregiver, you are actually a seeker— a seeker of support, a seeker of [...]
How to Cope With Alzheimer’s Caregiver Burnout You are watching your once mentally sharp loved one decline before your eyes. Their unpredictable behaviors, mood swings, confusion, and memory loss cause deep concern. The fear that your loved one may wander off, fall down or have some other accident is overwhelming. Family caregivers often struggle [...]
Open enrollment is happening and we wanted to share this informative article from our friends at aging.com 5 Medicare Open Enrollment Scams to Avoid by Marlo Sollitto Con artists and scammers are constantly inventing new ways to take advantage of people. Unfortunately, older adults tend to be more trusting of strangers and less aware of [...]
How can seniors foster connection and reduce loneliness? For seniors, maintaining social connections and staying in touch with loved ones improves their quality of life and improves health. For example, socially isolated seniors have a 59% greater mental and physical decline risk than those who do not experience social isolation. In addition, social socialization [...]
How to care for seniors at home for as long as possible People often say, “I promised her I’d never put her in a nursing home.” or, “Dad told me he never wanted to live in one of those places.” For a variety of reasons, caregivers may choose to care for their older adults at [...]
Every Holocaust survivor's story is different and each experience unique. The testimonies remain powerful and relevant, as they bring history alive beyond books. Etta O., a client of the Alpert JFS Holocaust Survivors Assistance program, recently shared her Holocaust experience with students at Independence Middle School. The child of a Russian Army officer lived [...]
How to Help a Senior with Mental Health Issues Here are some tips for helping a senior manage their behavioral health and ensuring they get the physical and mental care they need: Prepare for doctor’s appointments by discussing the senior’s adherence to medication routines, problems or missed dosages any side effects they may be [...]
Preparing for Hurricane Season Hurricane season is here, and we must be vigilant in preparing ourselves for what is expected to be busier than normal hurricane season. This year the U.S. National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts 13-20 named storms, including 3-5 major hurricanes with 111 mph winds and above. Below is a [...]
How Often Should You Review Your Will? A good rule of thumb is to review important legal documents every three to five years. A will review is also recommended in the following scenarios: Upon the birth or adoption of a child, grandchild or another family member Following a marriage or divorce When someone named [...]
How to Know if your Aging Parent Needs Help at Home How will you know when your aging parents need help at home? One thing is certain: your parents are not likely to be the ones who tell you they need a helping hand! Admitting the need for help and accepting assistance are not [...]
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