by Sasha | Aug 25, 2025 | Family Caregiving
You might think of shingles as “just a rash.” While that may be true for many younger people, the viral infection can have serious consequences for older adults. And given that the risk of developing shingles increases with age, it’s something you...
by Sasha | Aug 18, 2025 | Family Caregiving
While caring for an older loved one, perhaps you’ve been surprised to feel waves of sadness, a tightness in your chest, or sudden tears. You are grieving. It’s your heart’s way of beginning to let go, even while your beloved is still here. And no,...
by Sasha | Aug 11, 2025 | Family Caregiving
It’s natural to fear that a loved one with dementia may wander. In fact, 60% of people with Alzheimer’s get restless and head out the door. As a family member, you can’t be watchful every minute. But you can take steps to reduce the chance of...
by Sasha | Aug 4, 2025 | Family Caregiving
Have you noticed that even a small negative event can grab your attention repeatedly over the day? Positive events, by contrast, rarely come back to mind. That’s human. Our brains are hard wired to pay attention to threats. But there are many benefits to...
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