Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) in Alzheimer’s disease refer to a range of behavioral and psychological symptoms and can affect up to 97% of patients, according to the National Institutes of Health. These symptoms can include agitation, depression, anxiety, apathy, hallucinations/delusions (psychosis), sleep disturbances, appetite/eating behavior, aberrant motor behavior, irritability, disinhibition, and euphoria. Some, like apathy, [...]

As a caregiver, preparing food for your loved one is likely part of your daily responsibilities. Keeping this food safe is critical because your loved one may be more vulnerable to foodborne illness—commonly known as food poisoning—and may experience more serious effects if they become sick. Foodborne illness occurs when disease-causing bacteria, viruses, or [...]

Ongoing Home Health Care: Eligibility vs. Availability Some of the most underutilized services in healthcare are Medicare-covered, medically necessary, ongoing home health services to maintain a patient’s condition or slow decline. In this webinar, we’ll dive deep into eligibility for this valuable benefit. We’ll also talk about the challenge of finding [...]

Caregiver Action Network understands that caring for a loved one with PTSD is both a heartfelt commitment and a journey full of unique challenges. PTSD can impact relationships, daily routines, and even a person's sense of self. It may create distance or make communication difficult—not because of a lack of love, but because [...]

Family caregivers can be key partners in patient care, ensuring that medical professionals have a complete picture of the patient's condition and supporting better health outcomes. By providing detailed, ongoing insights, facilitating communication, and ensuring adherence to medical advice, they help medical professionals deliver more effective and personalized care. Caregivers can be a valuable [...]

Did you know that there are nearly 15 million family members, friends, and neighbors who care for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease? Caregiver Action Network has created a series of educational webinars to share information and answer questions from recorded live presentations. The Dementia Experience In this [...]

An estimated 30,000 people in the United States have Huntington's Disease. Are you caring for a loved one with Huntington's? Find comfort in knowing that you are not alone by listening to the experiences of your fellow caregivers. You may find new ways to help your loved one manage and cope with the disease, [...]

Did you know that there are nearly 15 million family members, friends, and neighbors who care for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease? Take comfort in knowing that you are not alone by hearing what your fellow caregivers have to say. Sometimes, the best advice for family caregivers comes from those who have walked the [...]

As the caregiver for a loved one who has been diagnosed with heart failure, it can be tough to wrap your head around what that means and how you plan for the future. It can also at times be challenging to convince healthcare staff of the diagnosis, particularly in emergency room settings, where they [...]

Caring for someone who has heart failure can be challenging. Just the term “heart failure” can cause fear and anxiety in a patient and their family. Heart failure is a diagnosis that can be vague, and in many cases, it can present as other conditions. After the diagnosis of heart [...]