Caregiver Resources

What Caregivers Should Know about the FDA's Landmark Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Rule

Posted by Chad Birt on Tue Sep 20 2022

In August 2022 the FDA issued a final rule allowing Americans to buy hearing aids without a medical exam, fitting, or doctor’s prescription. To better understand the new rule, and the potential challenges it presents, we contacted Hadassah Kupfer, Au.D., a doctor of audiology in Brooklyn, New York. In this article, Dr. Kupfer answers our questions and makes recommendations for parents and family caregivers. Read More

5 Tips for Communicating with Someone with Dementia

Posted by Carewell Team on Mon Sep 19 2022

Austin-based occupational therapist Mary Osborne shares tips and strategies for communicating with someone with dementia. Read More

Chocolate and Constipation: Is There Really a Link?

Posted by Chad Birt on Thu Sep 15 2022

Some people swear that there’s a link between eating chocolate and constipation. But what does science say? To answer that question, we contacted several dieticians and nutritionists. Here's what we found out: Read More

Sundowner's Syndrome: What Is It and How Caregivers Can Cope

Posted by Chad Birt on Wed Sep 14 2022

“Sundowner’s syndrome” or “sundowning,” affects up to 20% of people with neurodegenerative disease. In this article, we highlight some of the symptoms of Sundowner’s syndrome, discuss tips for avoiding triggers, and provide recommendations to make your caregiving responsibilities easier.Read More