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The new year is a new start, and for many, that means making plans for the upcoming 12 months. If you’re a caregiver making New Year’s resolutions, getting and staying healthy should definitely be added to your list.
“Yes, most people resolve to get ...
Being a caregiver is a selfless act. It’s also an act that brings exhaustion, being overwhelmed and losing a sense of identity. Most caregivers are family members, meaning they are unpaid – and also untrained.
“There’s no real way to understand ...
When your loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it is life-changing. Many loved ones find themselves thrust into the role of caregiver without having the chance to process – and grieve – what’s happened. But grieving is a natural part of this ...
Think about the hobbies you love to do. What is it you enjoy about them? What feelings and emotions do they evoke? The hobbies and activities we do don’t just entertain and amuse us, but they also in a sense define us, make memories and provide ...
Alicia Seaver is the Vice President of Memory Care Operations for EPOCH Senior Living and a Certified Memory Impairment Specialist. Every month, she addresses a specific issue related to memory and memory care. If you’re interested in hearing about a ...
The winter months can pose a number of hazards for older adults, which is why it’s imperative for caregivers and loved ones to take steps to ensure their loved one’s safety before there’s an emergency. As you’re celebrating the new year, be sure to take ...
The winter blues can make this time of year feel like time is as slow as molasses. This is especially true for 2020 – a year where all of us are already tired of staying indoors. As we get ready to close the books on this year and look forward to ...
“Caregiving is a tough job – there’s no doubt about that,” says Barbara Harrison, Executive Director of Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood, a Memory Care Assisted Living community in Westwood, MA. “Many of the challenges caregivers face aren’t things that can ...
“We’re entering the final stages of 2020, and as we wrap up the year, our thoughts naturally turn to the future and how we can make the upcoming year the best it can be,” says Trish McKay, Executive Director of Bridges® by EPOCH at Trumbull, a Memory ...
Sensory activities have become a staple in dementia care because they are a direct way to engage the senses and connect seniors with their past and present, says John Moniz, Executive Director at Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham. “Sensory activities provide ...
For caregivers of seniors with dementia, the holidays are often a lot more high stress than holly-jolly. Every aspect of the season has to be weighed and considered against the abilities, needs and safety of your loved one. But that doesn’t mean you ...
Who are dementia caregivers? While they are from all walks of life and all different ages, they all have one thing in common: they are responsible for helping individuals with dementia to receive the best possible care in order to live a fulfilled and ...