Caring for someone who has Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia can be challenging and can sometimes lead to anger in both the person who has dem…
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The demands of caregiving: why child care and elder care are so different
July 13, 2017
Families near and far are providing a variety of caregiving tasks, including bill paying, medication management, and personal care. With an unpreceden…
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Five best ways you can connect with an older adult this summer
July 10, 2017
If you've been meaning to connect with an older neighbor, the summer is your perfect opportunity! In the extreme summer heat, it's important to make s…
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Ask a dentist: advice for caregivers on older adult oral health
May 12, 2017
In my last blog post, I wrote about long term care facilities and the all too often decline in the dental health of their residents due to incomplete,…
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Celebrating Valentine’s Day with a Loved One with Dementia
February 13, 2017
Valentine’s Day: It’s a special holiday many of us spend recognizing and appreciating our significant others. However, if you are caring for a l…
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Home for the Holidays
December 13, 2016
The holiday season is in full swing. For many, that means visiting with family and friends, enjoying home-cooked meals, or reveling in much-needed pea…
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Self Care for Caregivers: Why is it so important?
November 1, 2016
As anyone who has ever been responsible for the care of another can attest, being a caregiver can be a physically- and emotionally-challenging task, a…
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Having the talk with a family member
October 3, 2016
The message on my voicemail was simply, “Call me when you can, I have a question to ask you.” The caller was my aunt, just turned 70, who has rel…
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Gavin Lawrence
August 8, 2016
A Light in the Midst of Darkness In February 2015, Gavin Lawrence’s 78-year-old mother — who has dementia — disappeared from her DC condo. Gavi…
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Caroline Scully
August 8, 2016
Two of us can't do what Iona does It’s hard enough taking care of one parent with a serious illness. Imagine taking care of two — while livin…
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