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Caregiver School

May 3, 2019

In the previous lesson of caregiver school you learned about the natural process the physical body goes through as it prepares for death. And as I mentioned in this lesson I want to focus on the psychological and emotional needs of the dying and those that care for them. As a hospice social worker my focus was on the...


May 3, 2019

There comes a time when we must begin the process of letting go of our loved one. When the caregiving journey is coming to an end. For some the end is fast and unexpected while for others it's a longer and slower transition. When the disease has progressed to a point that the doctor can offer no more treatment or our...


May 3, 2019

In today's busy world we all suffer from times of stress and anxiety. Add the burden of being a family caregiver and you may feel constantly overwhelmed by stress. For some it is a constant low hum present in the background for others it is a racing heart and a feeling of always being on edge. Learning to manage...


May 3, 2019

Usually family caregivers are dealing with changes in behavior or cognitive functioning long before any diagnosis of dementia is made. The forgetfulness seems different or more persistent. You are aware that some days are better then others. One day everything seems to be fine and the next day they're not. Most diseases...


May 3, 2019

Long distance caregiving can be quite stressful responsibility. Managing affairs from a far and worrying about the "what if's" can be overwhelming.

When you are not with your loved one on a consistent basis and are left to wonder and worry it helps to know what to look for when you are with them. A long distance...