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“You’re a hero,” they say. “You’re a selfless angel,” they say. Sure, caregiving is an act of love … but sometimes, you wish people would just stop talking about it. Do they know how hard it is to keep your cool when your mother asks you the same ...

For family members, one of the hardest moments of the dementia journey (and there are many) concerns dementia and not recognizing a spouse or a family member. “It feels like you’ve lost your loved one to the disease, even though they are still physically ...

We’ve all experienced how gloomy the winter months can be. Once all the holidays are done and the decorations are put away, we’re left with short days, cold nights and bad weather for a seemingly endless amount of time. It’s no wonder that winter can be ...

Dementia affects more than just the individual and their caretaker. It also affects their entire circle of friends and family members. If you’re not a caregiver yourself, but you’re married to someone who is, you may find yourself wondering how you can ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...