Apr 22, 2019
Being a family caregiver involves juggling a lot of different roles and taking on many new responsibilities. I always encourage families to divide these responsibilities among all of them so that the burden doesn't overwhelm just one person. But whether these responsibilities are taken on by one person or shared by a...
Apr 22, 2019
It’s time to get your affairs in order” the words we dread hearing. It signals that the end is near and that there is nothing more that can be done. But the reality is that we need to have put our “affairs in order” long before tragedy strikes.
In this lesson I'll cover the general topic of advanced directives,...
Apr 22, 2019
If you have been helping your loved one through the medical maze then you probably already have some understanding of the world of medical insurance. Terms like co-pays deductibles, out of pocket, out of network, HIPPA, informed consent and will all become a second language to you the longer you are a caregiver. The...
Apr 22, 2019
The most common solution to a physical problem is a medication. This can be as simple as an over the counter medication purchased in any drug store or complicated prescription and set of instructions to be followed.
Most people can manage their medications on their own for a long time with little or no problems. Over...
Apr 22, 2019
Many caregiving journeys begin with a diagnosis of some kind. You or your loved one begins to notice changes or an increase of symptoms that are a cause of concern. For some it is obvious that something is wrong but for others they may be wondering whether this just old age or something else. Trying to decide if...