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November 11, 2024
The holidays are filled with cherished traditions—lighting candles, decorating trees, preparing special meals—that bring families together. But when you have a loved one with dementia, these joyful activities may come with challenges. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, it’s important to adjust traditions to fit your loved one’s needs while creating a comforting and... Read More
July 22, 2024
You’ve probably read about the growing numbers of people who are become caregivers to family members. With the growing numbers of people over age 65 in this country, the likelihood that one spouse may become a caregiver for the other increases. While this role is often taken on out of love and commitment, it doesn’t... Read More
November 28, 2023
Family caregivers are the backbone of day-to-day care for many loved ones, yet their role often comes with significant personal challenges. Understanding and supporting these caregivers is crucial. They not only provide essential care but also need to maintain their own well-being. To address this, we’re excited to introduce our new Caregiver Support Group. This... Read More
August 24, 2023
Caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease presents unique challenges, as the disease affects both motor and non-motor functions. Many people with Parkinson’s continue to live at home and work, with their life partner, a family member, or a friend providing day-to-day assistance. But as the disease progresses, symptoms can worsen or change. If you’re caring... Read More
August 14, 2023
Coming to terms with the realization that a loved one’s illness is serious enough that they need hospice care can be stressful, overwhelming, and emotionally challenging. Talking with family about end-of-life care can be even more difficult. Most people are unfamiliar with hospice care, are overwhelmed by the need, and have many questions and concerns.... Read More
June 22, 2023
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease can be overwhelming, scary, and devastating. June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, during which the Alzheimer’s Association encourages all of us to learn about this disease, especially if we know someone who has it. It’s crucial to remember that life doesn’t stop with the diagnosis. But it’s important... Read More
November 8, 2022
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and, for many families, this may be one of the few times during the year where they spend time together. For some, it may have been a year or more since they last spent time with parents and other loved ones. Often, adult children notice changes in their aging... Read More
July 21, 2022
In 2020 the National Alliance for Caregiving reported there were 53 million caregivers in the U.S. Nearly one in five of them were providing unpaid care to an adult with health or functional needs. As our population ages, that number will continue to grow. More and more people will find themselves—sometimes unexpectedly—providing care for a... Read More
February 22, 2022
If you’re a family caregiver for someone who is older or challenged with chronic illness, you’re certainly familiar with stress and burnout. Last fall, the Aging Life Care Association® (ALCA) surveyed its members (including LifeCare Advocates) about their clients who are family caregivers. The results: 49% of those surveyed listed caregiver burnout as a primary... Read More
November 23, 2021
More than 11 million people in the U.S. are currently providing unpaid care to a person living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, reports the Alzheimer’s Association. Nearly half of all caregivers (48%) who provide help to older adults do so for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. “Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia becomes... Read More
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