Archive for June 2018

More at… http://thecaregiverspace.org/top-technologies-to-help-caregivers/ Caregiving can be one of the most rewarding experiences of one’s life. However, it can also be extremely demanding and emotionally taxing. From preparing meals to administering medications and making sure your loved one is safe, there’s no end to a caregiver’s responsibilities and worries. The… Read More

More at… https://rx4caregivers.wordpress.com/2018/06/21/50th-anniversary-of-2001-a-space-odyssey/ Great read, great conversation waiting to happen, great watch! http://sixtyandme.com/from-ape-to-angel-celebrating-the-50th-anniversary-of-2001-a-space-odyssey/ Advertisements… Read More

More at… https://starlightcaregivers.com/blog/the-heartwarming-story-of-an-elderly-widowers-heartbreaking-song/ Watch the video here: https://vimeo.com/70426141 When Fred Stobaugh’s wife Lorraine passed away earlier this year, he felt he needed to say goodbye one last time. “She gave me 75 years of her life,” said Stobaugh, recalling “the prettiest girl I ever saw.” Like many a … Read More

More at… https://thecaregiversvoice.com/tips-caregivers/curated-excerpts-perennials-aging-at-home-and-state-of-caregiving/ The Caregiver’s Voice curated article excerpts in June features Perennials, not seniors or elders; how to live well in your own home in your “perennial” years; and Healthline’s 2018 report on the state of caregiving for people with dementia. Finally, what the heck is “i… Read More

More at… http://www.transitionagingparents.com/2018/06/20/most-critical-skill-for-family-caregivers/ We all know caregiving is complex.  So much to learn, so much to do and so little time.  This may surprise you.  But, through personal experience, I believe the most critical skill for a caregiver, regardless of diagnosis, is good communication.  Understand that effective communication will alwa… Read More

More at… http://thecaregiverspace.org/aquamation-is-gaining-acceptance-in-america/ In 2016, cremation became the most common method of body disposal in the U.S., overtaking entombment for the first time. This shift is often attributed to the high cost of traditional burial and the waning importance of religion. But experts also point to society’s changing views about how dead … Read More