Family Caregiver Blog

At [Your Organization], we understand the pressures you are under as a family caregiver. This blog is designed to support you in the incredibly important work that you do.

As the [Your Service Area] experts in family caregiving, we have resources, tips and information that can make your life much easier.

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Digital assistants and older adults

Digital assistants and older adults

As digital assistants become more commonplace, family caregivers might wonder what these devices can do to help their aging loved ones stay independent and safe at home.

How to report symptoms to the doctor

How to report symptoms to the doctor

If you care for an older adult who needs medical attention, it helps for you both to know the best way to clearly describe symptoms. The better the communication, the more accurately a doctor can diagnose what’s wrong.

Packing a “go bag”

Packing a "go bag"

Disasters can strike fast. Would your aging loved one be ready to go? A well-packed emergency “go bag” can help immensely, providing essentials such as medications, documents, and comfort items. Take time now to prepare one so it’s ready to go when it matters.

Reducing the risk of falls

Reducing the risk of falls

Falls are a big cause of injury among older adults, but many can be prevented by taking the right steps. A fall risk assessment by a doctor can help catch potential dangers early. Staying active with balance, strength, and aerobic exercises can also greatly reduce the risk.

Finding time to grandparent

Finding time to grandparent

Having trouble balancing your duties as a family caregiver with maintaining a connection with your grandchildren? It might help to reframe your expectations and get creative about how you show up in their lives.

Talking to your parents about money

Talking to your parents about money

It’s smart to be prepared to step in if something comes up that leaves your parent unable to handle their finances. But money can also be a very sensitive subject. Check out our simple conversation starters to get the ball rolling.

The powers and limits of HIPAA

The powers and limits of HIPAA

Most people are familiar with the term HIPAA and know that it somehow relates to sensitive health information. But the details of what exactly it means for family caregivers can be confusing.

What is shingles?

What is shingles?

For National Immunization Awareness Month, we take a closer look at shingles and the importance of older adults getting vaccinated. It’s a simple way to protect your loved one not only from the pain associated with the condition, but from other complications, too.

The long goodbye of anticipatory grief

The long goodbye of anticipatory grief

You may think grief comes only after a death. But if you have an aging loved one in your life, watching them change and move closer to the end of their life can stir up feelings of grief long before they are gone.

How to discourage wandering

How to discourage wandering

Are you constantly watchful that your loved one with dementia doesn’t slip out the door? Check out our tips for reducing the common problem of wandering.