Dec 3, 2019 | Weekly Tips
Life doesn’t normally prepare us to become a loved one’s caregiver. When it happens it’s usually sudden – diagnosis of an illness, age related frailty, dementia – and life suddenly is anything but normal. Find a Support Group and if you can’t...
Nov 19, 2019 | Weekly Tips
Be creative when trying to engage with a person with...
Nov 12, 2019 | Weekly Tips
To avoid overstimulating your senior, arrange for them to stay in a quiet room away from the group. Family members can take turns spending quality time with them in their calm...
Nov 5, 2019 | Weekly Tips
Holidays and Dementia It’s that time of year when we begin a variety of social functions; from Thanksgiving to New Year’s as holiday season can be quite active. Caring for a loved one who has dementia can make these times extremely...
Oct 29, 2019 | Weekly Tips
These little cards can bring dignity to your loved one. If you would like some, email your mailing address to me at LindaBurhans@aol.com and I would be glad to send you...
Oct 22, 2019 | Weekly Tips
Caregiving is a tough road. Caregivers need to take time for themselves or they will experience burnout. Taking time for yourself is not selfish – it is necessary. When you take time for yourself, you are a better...
