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Making the Move to Assisted Living in the New Year
December 1, 2024When your loved one needs additional support in their daily lives, finding an assisted living community that will care for their needs is a must. Discover assisted living at Quartet Senior Living, nestled in the heart of Bettendorf. More than just a residence, it’s a tailored experience designed to strike the perfect balance between an engaging lifestyle and personalized support for your loved one.
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17 Perfect Gifts for Seniors With Dementia
November 7, 2024The holiday shopping season is here! When you’re looking for a gift for your loved one with dementia, you may not know what type of gift to get. There are so many directions you can go while keeping your loved one’s preferences in mind. Take a look at these 17 perfect gifts for dementia patients so you can give your loved one something they’ll enjoy.
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Family Caregiver’s Blueprint for Dementia-Friendly Design for Life at Home
November 3, 2024Dementia and Alzheimer's disease (AD) are a growing concern for many families which is why it is important to be well-informed and well-prepared to support a loved one. Nearly 7 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer's, the most prevalent type of dementia representing 70% of all dementia diagnoses, according to the Alzheimer's Association. In addition, these adults are being cared for by 11 million family members, and by 2050 Alzheimer’s is expected to nearly double, reaching approximately 13 million. A dementia diagnosis is a diagnosis for the whole family.
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Why Planning Ahead for Senior Care is Essential: Insights from LivWell Seniors
October 21, 2024As life progresses, many families find themselves navigating the challenging decision of senior care for their loved ones. While some may be fortunate enough to age in place, others may require transitioning to senior living communities to receive the necessary care.
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Talking With Family and Friends About Your Loved One’s Cancer
October 16, 2024It can be tiring and overwhelming for people with cancer to repeatedly tell people about their cancer. It can help to have someone else communicate with others. This lets the person with cancer focus on treatment, recovery, and other things that are important to them. Family and friends may be curious and concerned. They may want frequent updates. Don’t put pressure on yourself to provide updates every time something happens.
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Feeling Too Tired: Caregiving and Fatigue
October 14, 2024Caring for a loved one with cancer can be exhausting. This kind of fatigue is tiredness that may have little to do with your physical activity or sleep.
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Feeling Sad or Depressed
October 14, 2024People with cancer and their caregivers are under a lot of pressure. Coping with treatments, side effects, and related anxieties can be hard.
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Feeling Nervous or Afraid
October 11, 2024About half of all people with cancer say they feel some anxiety. One-fourth report feeling a great deal of anxiety. Nervousness and fear are common reactions to stressful life events like cancer.
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Feeling Lonely or Isolated
October 11, 2024Caregivers of people with cancer can feel alone even around people who care about them. They may feel separated from their usual work or social activities. Their loved one’s illness or treatment may keep them from their usual life.
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Feeling Guilty
October 10, 2024The burden on caregivers is often a silent one. Support is frequently given to the person with cancer, while the caregiver feels a variety of emotions in the background. Guilt can be motivating or debilitating. Your control comes in how you respond to it.
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