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How to Navigate Responsibilities When You're Not Your Parents’ Only Caregiver
Posted by Chad Birt on Mon Jun 07 2021
Smooth as Silk: Skincare Tips to Keep Immobile Adults Rash and Infection-Free
Posted by Chad Birt on Mon Mar 01 2021
If you care for someone who’s immobilized, it’s important to regularly monitor and protect their skin. Prolonged periods of sitting or lying down increase the risk of bed sores and irritation, which if left untreated, can lead to skin, blood, or bone infections. Read More
How to Talk to a Parent With Dementia: 14 Communication Strategies and Tips
Posted by Declan Davey on Thu Dec 24 2020
Whether your loved one is living with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, you may have found it challenging, at times, to understand what they truly want or need. Memory problems, speech impairments, and changes to the relationship dynamic can all have an impact… For this reason, we’ve brought together a list of ideas on how to talk to a parent with dementia, so that you can maintain the quality of communication with your parent as much as possible.Read More
Conversations That Matter: Tips For Discussing Incontinence with an Elderly Loved One
Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Jan 08 2021
If the person you care for regularly experiences accidents, it’s important to take action. Though it might seem daunting, with a little bit of planning you can handle the discussion with empathy and compassion. To ensure a receptive audience and the best possible outcome, take the time to prepare in advance with these five simple steps. Read More