The question might seem obvious—between the delicacy of the subject, underlying family issues, and the cost, caring for an elderly loved one can provide a lot of fodder for family tensions. At the heart of every argument, however, there are some simple sources of conflict. Once you understand them, it’s easier to overcome the struggles [...]

If your loved one has dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, trying to recall memories can be frustrating. However, reminiscence therapy can be an enjoyable activity for all involved. Whether it helps improve memory or cognition is not clear, but it certainly stimulates the senses, and can sometimes spark memories. Studies show it improves quality of life [...]

Caregiving goes beyond the hard work of the care you can actually see. The emotional tolls that caregiving can take are often overlooked, even by caregivers themselves. And when caregivers lose sight of their own limitations and forgo caring for themselves, everyone is impacted. Caregiver burnout isn’t like having the flu or a headache—caregivers don’t [...]

Visiting an elderly loved one can be stressful. You may be unsure of what to say or do, or how to interact with someone living in a senior community. If the senior you’re visiting has dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, you may feel worried about how to navigate conversations. However, visits are great opportunities to banish [...]