35. Build a Partnership With Your Care Community: Six Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
Is your loved one in a memory care community, or are you considering moving them into one? Understanding how to build a collaborative relationship with the care team is crucial for ensuring the best outcomes for your loved one. We are Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster. As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s and […]
34. Introduce and Integrate a Caregiver: Six Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
Adding a new caregiver to your support team can be a challenging transition, whether they’re coming into your home, assisting your loved one who lives alone, or joining the care team in a memory care community. This transition can be particularly difficult for those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia, […]
33. How To Create a Care Plan: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
Are you prepared for others to take care of your loved one? Do you have a care plan in place? Having a comprehensive care plan is one of the most important tools a caregiver can create — not just for emergencies, but for everyday peace of mind. We are Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster. As […]
32. Navigating the Caregiver Hiring Process: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
When the time comes to bring professional caregiving support into your loved one’s life, the process can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re hiring a caregiver for home care or to complement care in a community setting, understanding how to find, evaluate, and select the right person is crucial for both your peace of mind and your […]
31. They Know What We Don’t, Elder Law Attorneys: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
We don’t know what we don’t know. But elder law attorneys do, and their expertise can be transformational for families facing aging-related challenges. Whether you’re dealing with a recent diagnosis, planning for potential long-term care needs, or simply trying to prepare for the future, understanding how and when to work with an elder law attorney […]
30. Finding Peace in Preparation: End of Life Service Preplanning: Eight Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
When you’re grieving, the last thing you need to be doing is planning a service. Pre-planning allows you to make only two decisions when death occurs: what day and what time the service will be held. Everything else can be arranged in advance, giving you the space to honor your loved one while processing your […]
29. When To Call In Hospice: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia, we’ve learned that there are many misconceptions about hospice care. Today, we’re joined by hospice nurses Nancy Heyerman and Brenda Kizzire to help clarify what hospice really is and when to consider it. Through their extensive experience, they’ve developed four essential tips […]
28. Time for a Change? Tips When Considering Home and Community Living Options: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia, we often face the challenging question: “Is it time to change my care receiver’s living situation?” We are Nancy Treaster and Sue Ryan, and through our experiences, we’ve developed five essential tips to help you navigate this complex decision-making process.
27. The Realities of Caregiver Self-Care: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
When you’re caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s or other type of dementia, you’ve probably heard countless times: “Don’t forget to take care of yourself.” While well-intentioned, this advice can feel overwhelming when you’re already juggling multiple responsibilities! Through our conversation with Elizabeth Miller, we’ve learned that effective self-care is about more than just […]
26. Are You Ready for an Emergency? Get a Plan!: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s & Other Dementias
When you’re caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, worries can keep you up at night — but they don’t help you. Through our conversation with Denise Brown, we’ve learned having a solid emergency plan helps calm your worries, reduce your fears, and provide you with peace of mind.