Apple and Bell Mobility Launch ‘Family Setup’ in Canada
The latest versions of Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch operating system, iOS 14.3 and watchOS 7.2, have something unique to offer...
Improving the Health and Safety of Seniors Shifting to Home Care
A summary of key modifications and precautionary measures skilled caregivers and household members can undertake to improve senior safety....
Gifts for Caregivers Alleviate Stress and Encourage Self-Care
If you are a caregiver or know someone whose job is to take care of others, then you may understand just how stressful life can be. While you may not be able to take away some of their responsibilities, you can surprise them with unique gifts that can enhance their quality of life and help […]...
Holiday gifts that would keep your loved ones safe
With holidays approaching fast, it’s time to start thinking about the perfect gift for your loved one. However, with so many options to choose from, deciding on what to buy becomes a difficult task. Though it’s common consensus that an ideal gift is something that is useful, durable, stylish, and affordable. Our gift recommendations are […]...
Do I Have Compassion Fatigue?
Is compassion fatigue real? As humans, we are naturally wired to develop connections with people. We bond with family, friends, and coworkers. This is a part of our nature. These connections are usually the strongest with our family and the people whom we have spent a lot of time with. So, when someone we care […]...
How to Cope with Sundowning?
If your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia and he is showing signs of agitation, confusion, or anxiety during late afternoon or evening hours, he’s most probably experiencing ‘sundowning’. Sundowners Syndrome is a state of confusion that people living with dementia experience in late afternoon, evening or at night. Due to this, they are […]...
Is Alzheimer’s Affected By The Season?
Even though seasonal changes affect the lifestyle and health of pretty much everyone, the impact is much stronger on elderly people, particularly those living with Alzheimer’s. This is because seniors living with Alzheimer’s are not only used to set routines but their body’s natural clock also takes longer to adjust to seasonal changes. Here are […]...
A Beginner’s Guide to Caring for Someone with Dementia
We all know someone who is suffering from some form of dementia. That person could be our neighbor, a relative, or even our own parents. According to World Health Organization, about fifty million people worldwide are living with dementia and a new case of dementia is diagnosed every three seconds. [sc name=”Blog Post CTA”] […]...
Taking Care of the Caregivers
A caregiver can be a child, a friend, a spouse, a neighbor, a favorite cousin – anyone who looks after someone who is sick or disabled. People often say that they became caregivers after someone they love went through a life trauma. That trauma could be a stroke, an accident, or a severe illness. […]...
Prevent Alzheimer’s Dementia Wandering (14 Tips for Caregivers)
Wandering presents many risks for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. In fact, over 50 percent of people with Alzheimer’s will wander at some point. This potentially dangerous action is the cause of caregiver stress. However, caregivers can take action and be proactive when it comes to wandering. [sc name=”Blog Post CTA”] 14 Tips […]...
Tech Devices Provide Senior Care and Needed Caregiver Support
Caregiver burnout, stress, and constant senior care monitoring can take its toll on families. However, innovative tech devices, like wearable technology and smartphone apps are making a positive impact on quality in-home care. [sc name=”Blog Post CTA”] 34 Million American Caregivers Provide Unpaid Senior Care Did you know that over 34 million Americans […]...
5 Essential Self-Care Tips for Family Caregivers
Your loved one’s care shouldn’t come at the expense of your own. However, it’s a truth that’s easier said than done. When someone you love is ailing, it’s incredibly difficult to focus on yourself — even if you can find the time, it’s hard to escape the guilt. But if you want to be an […]...