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Karen’s Story – I Was both a Patient and Caregiver
I think when one becomes a 24/7 caregiver, they mentally move into that space in which only the take-charge dwell. They develop a tunnel vision which enables them to concentrate on the needs of their loved one without allowing...
Men as Caregivers: The Changing Face of Caregiving
The profile of the “average” caregiver is changing. A new publication reports 22 million informal male caregivers in the United States and about 840,800 living in Texas. These men are caring for spouses, parents, children,...
Facebook and Twitter for Caregivers
Join Family Caregivers Online on Social Media! Facebook and Twitter, two popular Social Media platforms, have changed the way that people communicate and connect with one another. Think of Social Media as a...
Housing Options for Older Adults
But for most of us there comes a time when staying at home, particularly by ourselves, may no long For most of us there comes a time when staying at home, particularly by ourselves, may no longer be the safe option. This article...
Long Distance Caregiving – Planning for a visit with your Older Relative
Things to consider may vary depending on your family member’s living situation. We will look at two situations – first, the family member is living independently in a home or apartment or retirement community and second, the...
Caregiving and the Holiday Season
If you are caring for an aging parent, you may be feeling some stress from a desire to keep long-standing family traditions alive and well...and your care receiver may be feeling similar stress! Dealing with your...
