Caregivers

Grief During the Pandemic

Finding one’s way through mourning and loss Carisa Urban was quite literally at the end of her rope. Working tirelessly as…

3 years ago

8 Proven Strategies to Simplify Caregiving

Taking care of an older adult can be exhausting for family caregivers, who learn as they go from one precarious…

3 years ago

Op-Ed: 4 Simple Things to Change Your Caregiving Story

Chicago Health is committed to publishing a diversity of opinions. The opinions expressed in this op-ed article are the author’s…

3 years ago

9 Tips When Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s

When a loved one receives a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, family caregivers may feel at a loss, but there are…

3 years ago

Self-Care for Caregivers

Looking out for others can be overwhelming; carve out respite time for yourself Like many people, Louise begins her day…

3 years ago

Dealing with Guilt

How to handle emotional stress from tough caregiving decisions Louisa McKellaston’s father was diagnosed with cognitive impairment several years ago,…

3 years ago

Caregiving Challenges

What to look for when transitioning to memory care For families who have a loved one with dementia, the many…

4 years ago

Many with Lewy Body Dementia Also Have Alzheimer’s disease

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What's the difference between Lewy body dementia and Alzheimer's? How is Lewy body dementia diagnosed? ANSWER: Doctors…

6 years ago

Create a Contract for Family Care

Kiplinger Retirement Report When the caregiver whom Amy Goyer, of Phoenix, hired for her 93-year-old father seemed particularly tired recently,…

7 years ago

Necessary Rest

Respite care eases the burdens on caregivers Caring for an aging parent can be physically and mentally demanding, an around-the-clock responsibility.…

7 years ago

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