A Parkinson’s diagnosis often leads to many questions about what lies ahead. How quickly will symptoms progress? What kind of adjustments may become necessary in
In the first part of this series, we looked at what not to do when caring for aging parents early in the caregiving journey, before
You probably didn’t set out to become the go-to person for fall risks, medication reminders, or home modifications. Most people don’t. It usually starts with
If you’re supporting an older loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, you probably expect memory changes. What’s harder to prepare for are the days when physical
When you’re supporting someone day after day, it’s easy to answer requests on autopilot. “Sure.” “I’ve got it.” “No problem.” You’re saying yes to every
Looking back over the past year, it’s easy to mark time by the big, visible events. A holiday visit. A birthday dinner. A new diagnosis.
Kids have a way of changing the whole atmosphere of a home. They burst in with curiosity, enthusiasm, and the kind of bright energy that
You’ve probably heard the old saying, “It takes a village.” But what happens when the villagers—the caregivers—are tired, overwhelmed, and running on empty? If you’ve
For someone living with dementia, a shift in behavior doesn’t always come from what’s being said. Sometimes, it’s what’s happening around them. A chair moved
