Caregiver Resources Articles

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

How to Spot Signs of a Stroke: Tips for Caregivers

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), strokes are responsible for 5% of deaths in the U.S., more than 140,000 each year. If you’re a caregiver and you know the early signs of stroke, you may be able to save your loved one's life or prevent... Read more

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

Caregiving and Ambiguous Loss: When Your Loved One Is Mentally Absent

Are you a caregiver for a family member who suffers from dementia or another health condition that affects memory, cognitive abilities, or personality? Along with the many challenges of caregiving, including emotional or financial factors, you and other... Read more

Tips for Caregivers for the Elderly: How to Prepare for Disasters

Disasters often strike without warning, and may mean evacuating your home or being confined to your residence without utilities or access to necessary services. Preparing for disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, fires and floods can be challenging even... 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