If your older loved one needs assistance with bathing, it can be an uncomfortable experience for both of you, but it is necessary for health and well-being. Be open with your loved one about their bathing needs. If necessary, your loved one’s doctor can help by stressing that they need help in this area. Ask [...]

Today, more people with Alzheimer’s and dementia stay in their own homes—not just because they want to, but because financially they can’t afford to live in a care facility. While you want your loved one to have the comfort of living at home, you need to make sure the environment is safe too. The [...]

Understanding Toileting Challenges in Dementia Care Helping a loved one with dementia use the toilet can be one of the most challenging aspects of caregiving. As dementia progresses, individuals often experience loss of bladder and bowel control, particularly in the later stages of the disease. This change can create discomfort and embarrassment for both the [...]

If your loved one needs assistance getting in and out of a car or chair, you know that this task can sometimes be challenging. Helping them move from their bed to a wheelchair also presents its own set of challenges. And if your loved one is resistant to being moved, it may be seemingly impossible. [...]

As a family caregiver, your health and well-being is important. But how can you find ways to care for yourself and juggle your role as a caregiver? These tips offer you can use on daily basis to make your tasks easier and make sure you’re not neglecting your own needs. *Para ver estos consejos [...]