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Starting the Conversation
The Talk: How to Start the Senior Care Conversation The discussion of senior care with aging parents and close relatives is a difficult conversation to have. It can be uncomfortable for all parties involved, but it is necessary to ensure the...
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When is Home care helpful?
Home care can help for short periods of time, for extended periods, or around-the-clock in certain circumstances. Here are the most common reasons families set up home care for a loved one. Support with Daily Activities If an older loved one...
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Common Causes and Supportive Responses for Alzheimer’s-Related Behaviors
ALZHEIMER'S CARE TIPS Oftentimes, a person with Alzheimer’s cannot express how he or she feels with words and instead communicates through behavior. Successfully dealing with problem behaviors in persons with Alzheimer’s disease begins by: ...
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A Caregiver’s Guide: Adapting Caregiving Strategies Throughout the Stages of Alzheimer’s
ALZHEIMER'S CARE TIPS Alzheimer’s affects everyone a little differently, but understanding the progression of the disease will help for better planning. Keep in mind that when it comes to Alzheimer’s, even the best-laid plans can falter....
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Paying for Home Care
When you’re young, healthy, and independent, it’s hard to imagine ever needing help with anything—until you have a loved one who needs care. Once you start exploring ways to help a parent or grandparent stay safe and comfortable in their...
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