Results for "Caregiving"

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Understanding and Coping With the Stages of Parkinson’s Disease
When you think of Parkinson’s disease, it’s common to think about the movement problems it causes, like tremors or stiffness. But this condition affects...
August 13
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Supporting Someone With a Brain Injury: Tips for Friends and Family
When someone has a brain injury, everything changes. And those changes don’t only affect the person who’s recovering. They affect everyone who cares about...
July 24
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What Is Early Onset Alzheimer’s? A Guide for Families and Caregivers
When you think of Alzheimer’s disease, you probably picture an older adult in their 70s or 80s. But what if the signs show up much earlier — before age...
June 01
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How to Protect Your Family From Elder Abuse
Caring for an aging parent, grandparent or loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. You want them to feel safe, respected and well cared for. But...
May 19
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Balancing Caregiving, Career and Family: Tips for Millennial Caregivers and the Sandwich Generation
Caring for a loved one can be rewarding and can give you the opportunity to connect with the person who needs care in special ways. At times, caregiving...
May 15
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Caring for an Older Adult With Mental Illness: A Guide for Families
If you’re helping an older loved one who has a mental illness, you may find that daily tasks they used to manage independently, like taking medications,...
April 14
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Managing Parenting Overwhelm and Keeping Your Child Safe from Abuse
Parenting is tough and there are probably times when you feel overwhelmed. You might be worrying about money, dealing with a crisis, stressed from work,...
February 18
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How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout During the Holidays
Caring for a loved one can be difficult at any time of year but it can be especially challenging during the holidays. That’s when you might be juggling...
December 15
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Tips for Traveling With a Person Living With Alzheimer's Disease
If you have a loved one living with dementia, you may wonder how to include them in vacations and family outings. After all, these events are important...
September 23
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Alzheimer’s: How Couples Can Navigate Challenges After a Diagnosis
Whether you’re married or dating, together for months or decades, an Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis can rock your relationship. You’ve planned a future...
June 14