Caring for a loved one has many facets and involves a variety of tasks that are essential for their health, safety, and quality of life. One of the most critical tasks is keeping track of their medications. When caring for someone with dementia, this task can be complicated by the patient’s memory loss or confusion Read More
What is Hospice Care and When Should You Consider It?
As loved ones age or face serious illness, we may need to think about how we can support quality of life for their final years or months. Hospice care is often the first thing we think of, but what exactly is it and when is it time to begin? Hospice Care is a compassionate model Read More
Alzheimer’s or Dementia? Understanding the difference
A little forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging—misplacing keys or forgetting a name now and then happens to many of us. And sometimes, these changes can bring about moments of frustration or shifts in mood. But what if your loved one starts missing important appointments, repeating the same stories, or becoming confused about Read More
From Burnout to Boundaries: Reclaiming Yourself as a Caregiver and a Woman
Let me start by saying this: if you’ve ever reheated your coffee three times and still never drank it — I see you. As a mom of three, a business owner, and someone who’s walked the winding road of divorce, I know firsthand what it feels like to carry the weight of everyone else’s needs Read More
Benefits of In-Home Care for Colorectal Cancer Patients and their Families
According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed cancer in the U.S. in both men and women and is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Survival rates have increased since the 1980s because of advancements in early detection and treatment, but managing the disease can still present many physical, Read More