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Family Caregiver’s Blueprint for Dementia-Friendly Design for Life at Home
October 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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When It Is Time to Consider Respite Care
October 1, 2024Respite care is not self-indulgent. It’s a necessity. Caring for an older or ill family member can be hugely rewarding and bring you closer—but being consumed by it will drain you physically and emotionally, and eventually cause burnout.
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In-Home Care Can Help Reduce Readmission
October 1, 2024Readmission after an illness or injury is a serious health issue for seniors. However, it is important for seniors and their loved ones to remember that in many cases, readmission is avoidable and can be prevented with a thoughtful post-hospital care plan.
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Hospice Care
January 2, 2023The primary purpose of hospice care is to manage pain and other symptoms during the last six months of life where treatments focus on comfort rather than curing the underlying disease.
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Talking To Your Elderly Loved One About Giving up Driving
January 1, 2023Talking to an elderly loved one about giving up their driver's license can be a difficult and emotional conversation. For many seniors, driving represents independence and freedom, and giving up that privilege can feel like a major loss. However, it's important to recognize that safety must come first, and if your loved one is no longer able to drive safely, it's important to address the issue.
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Talking With a Loved One About Long-Term Care
January 1, 2023When your loved one can no longer live independently, you may consider options for long-term care.
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What Is Adult Day Care?
January 1, 2023Adult day care is intended for people with memory decline or any condition that makes it difficult to be unattended for long stretches of time.
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What Is Home Care?
January 1, 2023Let’s face it, most people don’t want to leave the comfort of their own home until the end of life if at all possible, and home care can provide essential services to make this a possibility for many people.
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What Is Home Health Care?
January 1, 2023When specific, skilled clinical services are needed, home health care might be the best possible option to meet your needs. Requiring a written order from a doctor or physical therapist, home health care services are often provided after an acute medical situation like a fall or a stroke.
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What Is Respite Care?
January 1, 2023Respite care provides temporary care for you or your loved one when the primary caregiver (often a family member) needs a break from the responsibility of caregiving.
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