The loneliness of the homebound and the importance of visiting with them are explained. Ideas of what to do while visiting are given. Don’t wait — visit today! You will never regret it.
Have you run out of creative ideas of things to do, to entertain your housebound loved one? How about helping them record their story – their history – their heritage. Here are suggestions on how to get started.
Loneliness is an inescapable part of being human. The sense of being left out, isolated, misunderstood or abandoned are all part of what a care-giver can feel. Suggestions on how to overcome this sense of loneliness are given.
The Alzheimers Disease Caregivers’ Army has launched a worldwide petition drive in support of finding a cure for Alzheimers disease.
It is important to take responsibility and know that the quality of our lives is determined by our attitudes and choices. Read more about how to overcome negativism.
The role of a caregiver is usually followed by varying degrees of guilt. An examination of the grief process following a loved ones death.
The phenomenon whereby the Alzheimer patient does not recognize their own reflection is described in a non-scientific way by a caregiver who suggests ideas on how to approach and deal with this aspect of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Information on advanced directives, living wills, power of attorney and more.
As the population of older Americans grows, so does the hidden problem of elder abuse, exploitation, and neglect
It would be hard to imagine two more positive words. Together, they describe those who daily make a positive difference in the lives of nursing home residents nationwide.
State ombudsmen listed with addresses, phone numbers, emails and web sites where available.
“All people of the universe have the potential to be what they truly would hope to be. Human potential knows no limits and we are all gifted with this potential.” The Dali Lama enables further reflection on this statement and its meaning for caregivers.
