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The Latest Online Resources That Promote Senior Independence

The Care Company

Aug 222 min read

The Latest Online Resources That Promote Senior Independence

Each and every day as a caregiver brings new challenges and opportunities when it comes to making life smoother and more comfortable for...

Balancing Act: Understanding and Coping With the Burdens of Caregiving

marissasnook

Aug 202 min read

Balancing Act: Understanding and Coping With the Burdens of Caregiving

Caring for a senior family member is an act of devotion and love, but it can also feel like a perpetual marathon. The emotional highs of...

Enhancing Well-Being in Seniors: Tips for Promoting Positivity

marissasnook

Jul 222 min read

Enhancing Well-Being in Seniors: Tips for Promoting Positivity

Caring for an aging parent often means becoming their confidant and cheerleader. It should never be merely about medical appointments or...

Strategies for Enhancing Independence in Dementia Care

marissasnook

Jul 162 min read

Strategies for Enhancing Independence in Dementia Care

Routine small successes for an individual with —like fixing what they want for dinner or tying their own shoes—can feel enormous. These...

5 Practical Ways to Support Independence in Aging Parents

The Care Company

Jul 82 min read

5 Practical Ways to Support Independence in Aging Parents

What if your mom, who's always had a green thumb, decides she wants to redesign the family garden? Though she might move a little slower...

Enhance Daily Living With Inspiring Activities for Dementia Care

The Care Company

Jun 62 min read

Enhance Daily Living With Inspiring Activities for Dementia Care

Discover inspiring activities for dementia care that enhance daily living for those with dementia. Learn more here.

Educating and Empowering: Redefining How to Talk About Dementia

marissasnook

Apr 163 min read

Educating and Empowering: Redefining How to Talk About Dementia

Receiving a diagnosis of dementia is never easy. It is the start of a difficult rollercoaster of fear, anxiety, uncertainty, grief, and...

The Care Conundrum: When Aging Parents Resist Care

The Care Company

Apr 102 min read

The Care Conundrum: When Aging Parents Resist Care

It is a complicated situation many family caregivers encounter: your aging parents, who once cared for you, now reject the aid they so...

Enhancing Connection: Effective Communication Strategies for Dementia Care

marissasnook

Mar 202 min read

Enhancing Connection: Effective Communication Strategies for Dementia Care

Have you ever said the wrong thing? Maybe your intention was to compliment a friend on her new haircut, but you came across sounding like...

Breaking the Silence: Family Caregivers Speak Out on Their Needs

marissasnook

Mar 112 min read

Breaking the Silence: Family Caregivers Speak Out on Their Needs

If you have ever felt invisible as a family caregiver, you are not alone. Caring for someone you love takes center stage, and you may...

How to Provide Compassionate Care for Grieving Seniors

The Care Company

Jan 102 min read

How to Provide Compassionate Care for Grieving Seniors

By the time we reach our golden years, we’ve had many years of building deep connections with family and friends. These bonds are crucial...

The Next Chapter: Thriving After Caregiving Ends

marissasnook

Dec 19, 20232 min read

The Next Chapter: Thriving After Caregiving Ends

Caring for a loved one is frequently an all-consuming role. It requires a great deal of your energy, time, and focus. And after...

Top Tips for Managing Holiday Stress as a Caregiver

Kris Aiken

Nov 20, 20232 min read

Top Tips for Managing Holiday Stress as a Caregiver

What do you wish for most this holiday season? Peace on earth? Good health for your loved ones? Financial security? What if you could...

Overcoming Caregiver Resentment When Providing Care for a Spouse

The Care Company

Oct 18, 20232 min read

Overcoming Caregiver Resentment When Providing Care for a Spouse

You both promised to look after each other through better or worse, in sickness and in health. When these cherished sentiments are first...

Tips for Dealing With Repetitive Speech in Dementia

marissasnook

Oct 11, 20232 min read

Tips for Dealing With Repetitive Speech in Dementia

If you’ve ever played music on vinyl records, you know that the needle does not always track properly. Sometimes a tiny bit of dust or...

How to Welcome a New Caregiver Into a Senior’s Home

The Care Company

Aug 4, 20232 min read

How to Welcome a New Caregiver Into a Senior’s Home

The big day has arrived: Dad’s first day with his new caregiver! If your family is similar to many, you might be experiencing a range of...

The Care Company

Jul 10, 20232 min read

Can Caregivers Suffer From PTSD?

If you think PTSD only happens to those individuals who have experienced life-threatening danger, think again. PTSD (post-traumatic...

Tips for Recognizing Anxiety in an Older Loved One

The Care Company

Jun 13, 20232 min read

Tips for Recognizing Anxiety in an Older Loved One

Is an older adult you love struggling with socializing, sleeping well or enjoying activities, or experiencing memory problems? Before...

How to Be a Better Caregiver When You’re Bored

The Care Company

Feb 7, 20232 min read

How to Be a Better Caregiver When You’re Bored

It is hard to admit but even harder to avoid. Feeling tired of your role as family caregiver is a very common response to spending so...

How to Choose the Right Beverage Thickeners for Dysphagia

marissasnook

Dec 19, 20222 min read

How to Choose the Right Beverage Thickeners for Dysphagia

Unless you have had to use beverage thickeners for dysphagia, you most likely have not given much thought to the various textures and...