Long-Term Care Visits Do's and Dont's For Holidays

Planning to visit an elderly loved one in a long-term care facility this holiday? Make the day more pleasant by following some basic do's and don'ts, to guarantee everyone has a pleasant time:

Helping the Elderly Live on a Budget

Aging can be expensive. It can also mean less income to meet those new expenses. To keep a balance, the elderly may need help revising their budget plan. Spending habits that worked before may no longer be effective. 


How can you help your aging parent stay on the right track financially, while still covering all the comforts of life? 

Gift Ideas For Caregivers

Are you looking for the perfect gift for a caregiver on your list? Whether you are showing appreciating for a family caregiver's selfless efforts, or thanking a professional caregiver for their dedication, the list below should give you some good ideas .

Happy Thanksgiving--Gratitude Checklist

Happy Thanksgiving! In honor of the celebration, and caregivers across the country who are hosting the holiday as well as caring for a loved one; here are some reminders of all you have to be thankful for today: 

Quotes from Caregiving--Fun Things The Elderly Say

Guess what I uncovered during my office organization project? My old caregiving journals! These books are precious to me because they contain not only everyday details of the job, but also because they are filled with great quotes from the elderly. 

Anytime someone would say something funny, witty, philosophical or  sarcastic, I would jot it down in my book. It was a way of holding on to all the best moments in caregiving, and preserving memories of many wonderful people who touched my life before they passed from theirs. 

In honor of their eccentric personalities and excellent minds, I'm sharing some of my favorites with you today. Join me  and

7 Things That Can Scare Someone With Dementia

What scares you the most? Loud sounds, spiders, shadows? The thought of intruders, the feeling of being watched, things you can't explain?

Now imagine that you think you see these things all the time. You can't escape from them, and you can't ask anyone to help you with your fears. 

That may be the way someone with dementia feels when they encounter things that are unfamiliar or unrecognizable. 

You may not be able to remove all of these problems from your loved one's life, but understanding what causes fear and paranoia could help you cope with dementia behaviors more efficiently. 

Here are seven common things that can scare, worry, bother, or upset people with dementia: 

World Prematurity Day A Different Type of Caregiving

Premature babies are not necessarily related to elderly caregiving.

 Except that they are at a higher risk for brain disorders later in life. Possibly even dementia.

Even so, this post is a just a shout out to premature babies everywhere. You go, little fighters!

My Preemies

I am the mother of twin preemies. Born at

ARD and Korsakoff Syndrome--The Other Dementias

Picture this in your mind. A man shuffles down the long hallway of a nursing home. He is wearing only one shoe, his shirt front is damp from drooled saliva. His clothes are wrinkled and stained. He won't let anyone change them. 


As he stumbles along, bumping into walls, he waves his arms and mutters incoherently. His hands tremble, his body twitches. He stops walking and looks around, obviously lost and confused. 

He stares at a painting on the wall, then pulls at his hair in agitation, and turns back toward the people-filled lobby. He can't recall his own name, where his room is, or how to eat with a spoon. 


Its Not Alzheimer's ...

Is Keeping Our Elders at Home the Best Decision?

Planning for where the elderly will age for their remaining years is one of the tough decisions caregivers have to make. For some, there will only be one final home in later age. Others may transition through the levels of senior care options as their needs increase.

Today's guest author discusses a few things to consider before you help your elderly loved one make a decision.

Is Keeping Our Elders at Home the Best Decision in Their Interest?

It's all too natural for the seniors to want to stay home when they grow older, but it is our duty to take a step back and rationalize the bigger picture so that we can make a well-informed decision, keeping their best interests in mind. 


More often than not, decisions to transfer seniors to nursing homes or care facilities are frantically made after facing a sudden loss or crisis. This makes the arrangement all the more painful for them and the entire family.



Every home is unique, and there are several factors that contribute to the best choice in such a situation. Here is a list of things you should evaluate before deciding to shift your seniors to a nursing home:

Diabetes Day--Why I Am Excited About Diabetes This Year

We Did The Impossible. 

Who gets excited about diabetes? Its a horrible epidemic! Well, today I am popping in with  a short post to explain just why I am so happy. Not about diabetes itself, but how we have fought this disease and whipped it into submission.


This is some inspiration for anyone who is battling diabetes...