by Family Private Care | Feb 27, 2014 | Alzheimers, Caregiving
Dementia is a set of symptoms that are associated with cognitive decline. While the most commonly known signs include forgetfulness and memory loss, there are other early signs to watch for. Since dementia is linked to particular disorders such as Alzheimer’s or...
by Family Private Care | Feb 21, 2014 | Caregiving
The very thought of hiring Hospice Home Care for a loved one is scary. Unfortunately, many families put themselves through much more pain and burden because they don’t want to admit that a loved one needs hospice. They continue to care for their loved one and deny the...
by Family Private Care | Feb 7, 2014 | Caregiving, Home Health Care
When a loved one shows changes in their personality, the experience is more difficult than we often anticipate. Many family caregivers report that they feel like they’re taking care of a stranger. And, as if caregivers don’t have enough stress on them, they may have...
by Family Private Care | Jan 30, 2014 | Caregiving
This winter has been a particularly hard season for much of the country, as we’ve seen multiple snowstorms and record low temperatures. The polar vortex is a name that many states have come to know all too well, and all of these cold and snowy days are accompanied...
by Family Private Care | Jan 23, 2014 | Caregiving
There’s no doubt in your mind that caregiving is a rewarding experience, but you also know that you need to find effective ways to curb the stress. Just as with any other type of life experience, some days are certainly better than others. When you feel the stress...
by Family Private Care | Jan 16, 2014 | Caregiving
Did you know that 42 million Americans juggle the demands of caregiving and working? If you are one of these people, it’s helpful to know that you are not alone. Still, how do all of these people balance the demands of work and caregiving? Is there a proven solution...
