Tag Archives: elder abuse
Tough Questions From Seniors With Alzheimer’s
How do I tell my mother who has dementia that a relative is dying or has passed away? You should first consider if knowing that will actually benefit your mom. What would she do with that information? Would she remember … Continue reading
Caregiver: Ditch The Guilt
I found that being available for myself was especially important, because if I wasn’t functioning well, nothing else with my mom or my family would either. I found myself by exercising, watching, anything that was funny or streaming platforms and … Continue reading
Caregiver: Ask For Tech Access
Set up remote access to your parent’s computer or email. This can help if something pops up on their screen and they don’t know what to do, especially if they live in another state. Remote access also allows you to … Continue reading
Peace of Mind When Using an in Home Caregiver
1. Keep background checks up to date Verify their Social Security number to see if they’ve used any other names. If they drive your older adult around, check their driving record too. If you hired through a home care agency, find out … Continue reading
Caregivers
Unsurprisingly, caregivers are at increased risk for a host of health problems: depression, anxiety, arthritis, headaches, diabetes, back pain, weakened immunity, even cancer. They seldom have time or energy to focus on their own well-being. If they’re able to take … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 