Articles On:Caregiving

July 18, 2022

Family Caregiver Was a Thief

A daughter discovers that a cousin, acting as family caregiver, was taking advantage of her ...

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Asian woman in pain Photo by Satjawat Boontanataweepol Dreamstime. A cousin acting as family caregiver was taking money and being abusive. Should the daughter forgive? See what “Ask Amy” has to say.
July 12, 2022

Is a Geriatric Care Manager Right for Your Family?

A geriatric care manager (GCM), also called life manager or aging life care coordinator, specializes ...

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multigenerational family at home looking at tablet Photo by Jovanmandic Dreamstime. A geriatric care manager (GCM), aka life manager or aging life care coordinator, helps older adults and families meet the needs of aging.
June 24, 2022

Signs of Elder Abuse

Know the signs of elder abuse so you can protect your loved one from physical ...

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know the elder abuse Ian Allenden Dreamstime - young caregiver being aggressive toward older woman in wheelchair. Know signs of elder abuse to protect loved ones from physical and emotional abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation, and how to report it.
June 3, 2022

Eating Disorders in Older Adults

Seniors Guide looks at the realities of eating disorders in older adults, including anorexia and ...

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sad thin older man Photo by Ruslan Huzau Dreamstime. Seniors Guide looks at eating disorders in older adults, including anorexia and bulimia, and at impacts, symptoms, and action steps.
May 9, 2022

Tips on Caregiving for Dementia Patients

Seniors Guide offers 5 tips on caregiving for dementia patients, from caring for oneself to ...

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elderly couple photo by Fotoluminate Dreamstime. Wise caregiving for dementia patients includes caring for the caregiver and understanding what to expect from Alzheimer's and other dementias.
March 30, 2022

Caregiving for Abusive Parents

“How can I continue caregiving for abusive parents when I’m still filled with anger and ...

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Mother Yelling At Daughter Photo By Iakov Filimonov Dreamstime. For article, “How can I continue caregiving for abusive parents when I’m still filled with anger and resentment,” the writer asks. See what advice columnist Amy Dickinson has to say in this edition of “Ask Amy.”
March 25, 2022

Parkinson’s Disease Caregiver: ‘Laughing with My Father’

Phil Perkins tells of being a Parkinson’s disease caregiver for his father, of sharing memories ...

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Father And Son Talking At Home Fizkes Dreamstime. Phil Perkins tells of being a Parkinson’s disease caregiver, of sharing memories and laughter during the last years of his father’s life.
March 7, 2022

Home Modifications for Parkinson’s Patients

Strategic at-home modifications for Parkinson’s disease (PD) help PD patients maintain safety and independence, through ...

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Happy Couple Man With Walker In Park Photo By Nontapan Nuntasiri Dreamstime. For article, At-home modifications for Parkinson’s help PD patients maintain safety and independence, through household, clothing, and dining adaptations.
February 10, 2022

5 Top Benefits of Respite Care

Caregiving can be challenging, draining the caregiver’s emotional resources. We look at five benefits of ...

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older sad woman in a wheelchair with a young caregiver behind her. Caregiving can be challenging, draining a caregiver’s emotional resources. Here are benefits of respite care for those caring for loved ones.
February 7, 2022

Ask Amy: ‘Dad’s Caregivers Ask for Money’

“Dad’s caregivers ask for money, even though we pay them well and treat them well,” ...

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Private Caregiver With Man In Background. Photo By Katarzyna Bialasiewicz Dreamstime.com. For article, “Dad’s caregivers ask for money though we pay them well,” says a reader. See what advice columnist Ask Amy says of caregiving professionals. Is fraud possible?