Category Archives: Family

Dolls Help Seniors Cope With Memory Loss

It can be heartbreaking to witness a senior loved one lose their memory to dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Although they may be losing their life memories, they don’t lose their ability to care for others. That’s what makes the nonprofit group Pearl’s Memory Babies so memorable. The idea started when Shepherdsville, Kentucky resident Sandy Cambron’s…

4 Ways to Help Provide Relief for Caregivers

If you are caring for a sick or older family member—or if you know someone who is—then you likely experience a roller coaster of emotions. You may feel stressed devoting so much time to your loved one in addition to work or other family responsibilities, but you also may feel grateful you can provide so…

8 Ways to Brighten an Older Relative’s Life During the Holidays

With the holiday season here, it’s time to give some thought to how to help others. If you have older relatives or neighbors, why not brighten up their life with some holiday love and extra care? Here are a few ideas that your older relative may enjoy. Gather some…

Sometimes, there’s a gradual realization that our parents are aging and need additional help from their children. Other times, a specific event—such as an accident or sudden health change—can transform the role of a child to caregiver. Either way, the transition is never easy. If your parents are newly in need of additional help and…

Better Communication When a Loved One Has Dementia

It can be frustrating when someone you care for has dementia. The usual back-and-forth interaction you may have had at one time with that person is no longer there, at least not consistently. However, there are some ways you can improve your communication with someone who has dementia. Follow the tips below to help. Speak…

As our loved ones reach the end of their journey with us, we should make the time as peaceful as possible. Keep a close watch on symptoms such as changes in appetite, breathing problems, digestive problems, changes in body temperature, or pain. These could be warning signs that your loved one is nearing the end…