Caregiver Resources Articles

Preparing for End-of-Life Care and Meeting Final Wishes

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) says that end-of-life care is the support and medical care given during the time a loved one is nearing death. According to NIA, when you are providing end-of-life care and comfort for someone you love, there are... Read more

Caregiver Tips for Patients with Brain Injury

Caring for a loved one with a brain injury can change your life in ways your family might not expect. The path for both caregiver and patient may vary day by day, leading you to learn from your successes and failures as you go. If you are... Read more

Caregiver Resource: Holding a Family Meeting

As a caregiver for an ill or aging parent or family member, you know that family cooperation can be extremely valuable in helping you provide good care and minimize stress. A family meeting is often recommended by counselors and social workers as a great... 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

Dementia Care Tips: Caring for Someone with Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease

If someone you love has Alzheimer's disease or dementia, you may face a difficult set of challenges. People with these conditions suffer from a progressive brain disorder that makes it difficult for them to think clearly, take care of themselves, or even... Read more

Dental Care for Patients with Dementia

Maintaining good dental hygiene for people with dementia can be difficult, but it's important to make it a part of your daily care routine. According to the Alzheimer's Association, prevention will be the goal of dental care in the early stages of dementia... Read more

Assistive Technology: An Overview for Caregivers

If you're caring for a loved one, you may have heard a doctor or therapist recommend assistive technology for day-to-day activities. Assistive technology devices, also called adaptive devices, can make a world of difference for both you as a caregiver and... Read more