by Sasha | Apr 13, 2026 | Family Caregiving
Suppose your loved one was unconscious in the midst of a health crisis. If you had to make treatment decisions for them, would you know what to say? Making the choices that are right for your relative requires knowing their preferences in advance. Have you had that...
by Sasha | Apr 6, 2026 | Family Caregiving
It’s good news when your loved one can switch to a lower dose of a drug or quit a medication altogether. But what should you do with the unwanted pills, patches, or inhalers? Children and pets need to be protected from potentially fatal exposure. Yet chucking...
by Sasha | Mar 30, 2026 | Family Caregiving
If your loved one has embraced use of a cell phone, tablet, or other digital device, it has likely facilitated caregiving and communication. In fact, much of your relative’s day-to-day life may happen online. It’s convenient: bills get paid online....
by Sasha | Mar 23, 2026 | Family Caregiving
If you are a male caring for a family member, you may feel socially isolated in your role. In fact, men represent at least 38% of family caregivers across the nation. You aren’t alone, but you are likely to have different challenges than women do. And,...
by Sasha | Mar 16, 2026 | Family Caregiving
Ever wonder how well your local hospital performs in terms of patient care and safety? Online tools can help you find out. Look to the stars. Medicare gathers hospital data regularly. It posts the information on its Care Compare website. To make comparisons simple,...
by Sasha | Mar 9, 2026 | Family Caregiving
If you are named as healthcare decision maker for your loved one, you may be called upon to make very important decisions on very short notice. At a time like this, it’s easy, and very human, to get caught up in fear. Unfortunately, fear does not make for the...
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