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Learn About the 10 Different Types of Dementia
Dementia is an umbrella term that describes a group of diseases that disrupt cognitive function. These diseases are progressive (meaning...
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How to Navigate Challenging Emotions after Caregiving Ends: 5 Strategies
You’ve spent the last several months to several years caring for your loved one. And as all things do, your time as a family caregiver...
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Incontinence: Causes, Products, and Behavior Management Strategies
Understanding the causes of incontinence and how to recognize when it's happening When going through dementia, your loved one’s body goes...
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Tips for Helping a Loved One with Hoarding Disorder Declutter Their Home with Empathy
Every family caregiver faces a unique set of challenges. An often misunderstood and particularly difficult example is hoarding behavior....
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Navigating Guilt as a Caregiver
Caregiver guilt is an emotion experienced by family caregivers when they feel like they are not doing enough to provide care for their...
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Care and Behavior Management Strategies for Dementia - Wandering
Understanding Dementia-Related Wandering Understanding dementia-related wandering is essential for helping those living with a cognitive...
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Managing the Cost of Caregiving In California: Resources and Tips
Caregiving is an incredibly important and often overlooked role. It involves providing emotional, physical, and financial support to an...
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What is a Care Manager and How Can I Better Manage My Loved One's Care?
As a family caregiver, you may be responsible for coordinating the care of a loved one who is ill, aging, or has a disability. This can...
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Behavior Management Strategies: How to Communicate with a Loved One with Dementia
Behavior management can be a challenging aspect of caring for a loved one with dementia, as the condition can cause changes in behavior...
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New Year Goal Setting for Family Caregivers: 3 Goals to Set
As the end of the year approaches, it’s a great reminder for all of us to take time to reflect on the last year and set goals for the...
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Long-Distance Caregiving During the Holidays: How to Provide Care from a Distance
The holiday season is a time for family, but for long-distance caregivers, it can often be a time of stress and isolation. If you're...
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14 Gift Ideas for Family Caregivers This Holiday Season
The holidays are a special time of year, but they can also be a challenging time for those who are caring for an ill or elderly family...
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Physical Activity for Caregivers: How to Keep Your Loved One Active
As a caregiver, you’re tasked with countless duties on a day-to-day basis. One of the trickier ones is activity: how do you keep the...
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How to Safely Move The Person in Your Care: Bed and Car Transfer Safety for Caregivers
If you are a family caregiver, you may find yourself in the position of needing to move your loved one from one place to another. This...
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How to Care for a Loved One with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
If you found this article, it is likely that you have a loved one who has recently suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI). While the...
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