by Family Private Care | Aug 17, 2017 | Alzheimers
If your parent or grandparent has developed Alzheimer’s, you may be concerned that the condition will be passed down to you, your siblings or your own children. This is a natural thing to worry about, as the progression of Alzheimer’s disease is frightening. Each time...
by Family Private Care | Aug 2, 2017 | Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Are you looking to adopt a dog for your senior loved one? Maybe you are interested in adopting one for yourself! Pets offer many benefits to elderly people. They are wonderful companions that decrease loneliness, depression and isolation. But, animals are a lot of...
by Family Private Care | Jul 25, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care
Are you considering traveling with your senior loved one? It may feel overwhelming to add another person to your already-full trip, but including a parent or grandparent in your travels can be a wonderful idea. Always get permission from a doctor first, as you want to...
by Family Private Care | Jul 18, 2017 | Alzheimers, Caregiving, Elderly Care
Not all of us are lucky enough to reside by our loved ones. Maybe you took a job in a distant city or met someone from a different state. Now that a loved one has Alzheimer’s, you may not know how you can be of support. The lines may be even more blurred if you have...
by Family Private Care | Jul 13, 2017 | Caregiving
The pressure of caregiving can be a lot to handle at times, but it’s important to realize that you are not alone. Not only are there others out there juggling the same demands as you, but also there is a wide range of tools and resources available. From support groups...