Think about what your loved one with dementia or Alzheimers may be thinking at this time of year. The holidays may not be easy for you but think about how your loved one feels. They will be confused and not understand what is going on. All the extra stimulation from...

Treating caregivers with kindness is important to remember. They are under a lot of stress. Caregivers of all ages. From young mothers to adult children taking care of their parents. It's not an easy job. Being kind and asking if they need help can go along way. As...

There’s no doubt about it, kids and grandparents have a special relationship, and spending quality time with them can only strengthen the bond. It pays to put a little thought into ways to pass the time with the younger generation.

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 find one create one....

Be creative when trying to engage with a person with dementia.

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 space.

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 rough.

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 some.

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 caregiver.

Hydration is important for everyone, especially seniors. Tips to help.