Wondering how you can plan a holiday gathering if a member of your household has Alzheimer’s? These tips will be of interest. If a loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease lives with you, organizing a holiday gathering might not seem realistic. Alzheimer’s disease presents unique challenges, such as sundowner’s syndrome and loss of verbal communication […]
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Managing Emotions When Caring for a Senior Loved One
Posted in Caregivers & Families, Senior Strategies, Wesley NewsWhen you are the caregiver for a senior loved one, the days can be long and emotional. Here are a few tips to help you cope. When a family elder is no longer able to care for themselves or their home independently, loved ones may struggle to find solutions. It’s tough to watch a once […]
Read More ›5 Things Organized Caregivers Do Every Day
Posted in Caregivers & Families, Senior Strategies, Wesley NewsWhen you are a family caregiver, staying organized can aid in reducing stress and anxiety. Here are a few tips for getting started. When you are the caregiver for a senior loved one, days are often hectic and stressful. Since as many as one in six working adults is also a caregiver, getting organized and […]
Read More ›Ways Family Caregivers Can Avoid the Winter Blues
Posted in Caregivers & Families, Senior Strategies, Wesley NewsWinter can be tough on caregivers’ mental health. If you are a caregiver, these tips may be useful for avoiding the winter blues. Winter can be a tough season for caregivers in colder climates, like here in Saratoga Springs. When the older person you are caring for has mobility issues, leaving home during snowy weather […]
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