Caregiver Resources Articles

Insomnia: The Caregiver’s Role

According to the American Psychological Association, almost half of all older adults suffer from insomnia. Whether insomnia manifests as trouble falling asleep or difficulty staying asleep through the night, the health effects are the same. According to... Read more

Guide to Caregiver Well-Being

In 2015, the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Public Policy Institute and the National Alliance for Caregiving released a major report on caregiving and caregiver stress in the United States. For those providing care to a loved one, these... Read more

Tips for the Long Distance Caregiver

According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), if you live more than an hour from a person who needs care, you are engaged in long distance caregiving. Long distance caregiving takes many forms. Some caregivers simply manage their loved one's personal... Read more

Caregiver Tips for Traveling

As a caregiver, traveling with your loved one can present a challenge – for example, if he or she has Alzheimer's disease. In addition to all the detailed planning for medications, therapies, and any other special care your loved one needs once you arrive... Read more

The Opioid Epidemic: Protecting Your Loved One

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), 91 Americans die every day from an opioid overdose, meaning there are about 33,000 opioid deaths a year. According to HHS, drug overdose deaths are the leading cause of injury deaths in the... Read more

Fevers in Seniors: What Caregivers Should Know

If you provide care for a senior citizen, you may be concerned if the senior appears feverish. Fevers are usually signs of infection, according to the Mayo Clinic. Learn more about what causes fevers in seniors in when you should seek medical attention for... Read more

What is Respite Care? Tips for Caregivers

If you're a caregiver – whether it's for your husband, wife, Mom, Dad, or another loved one – there may be times when the stress may start to get to you. You may be able to take a break now and then. Read on to find out about respite care. What is... Read more