If you're a caregiver for an ill or elderly adult, you're not alone. Millions of others are right there with you. They know how rough it can be, and they want to share their wisdom. When NPR asked ...
Can you actually show up for yourself like you show up for others? Caregiving involves a whirlwind of emotions and adjustments, and often the stages of caregiving involve confusion and frustration as ...
Treating people with dementia as full, thriving human beings requires awareness of stigma and simple communication strategies ...
If you've recently taken on the task of caring for an older adult -- whether it be a family member or friend -- it can feel overwhelming. The impact of having to offer an added level of support to an ...
Stress can damage your health if you do not manage it properly—especially if you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness. As part of National Stress ...
Alzheimer’s disease puts a significant burden on not only the nearly seven million people who have been diagnosed with it, but also the caregivers supporting them. More than 11 million Americans ...
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but for the 160,000 people in San Diego and Imperial Counties caring for loved ones with dementia, it can also bring stress and difficulty. Judith and Ray ...
The holiday season can be a stressful time for everyone — but particularly for those living with dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones. Statistics show that an estimated 6.7 million ...