While there isn’t a way to create more time in the day, there are methods that can help you get the most out of every minute. Here are some strategies to help manage time effectively and free up time for yourself.

Caregiving for someone suffering from Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most challenging jobs in the world, and it comes with a risk of what is known as “Caregiver Burnout.” With caregiver burnout, you are in a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that may also be coupled with a change in your attitude towards your caregiving role, from one of positive, caring, and rewarding to one of feeling negative, unconcerned, and resentful.

Cuidar a una persona con Alzheimer es uno de los trabajos más desafiantes del mundo y conlleva el riesgo de sufrir lo que se conoce como "síndrome del cuidador". Con este síndrome, se experimenta un estado de agotamiento físico, emocional y mental que también puede ir acompañado de un cambio en la actitud hacia el cuidado, pasando de una actitud positiva, cariñosa y gratificante a una actitud negativa, indiferente y resentida.

Exercise can have enormous benefits. However, keeping your loved one with Alzheimer's disease motivated to exercise and do physical therapy can be a real challenge. After all, Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease that leads to loss of memory issues, mood swings, and multiple physical limitations. Here are some strategies you can use to encourage them.

One of the biggest responsibilities that comes with caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease is keeping them safe. This can be challenging as Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease, and so it can be hard to know when your loved one’s capabilities have declined to the point that you can no longer leave them safely alone by themselves. Here are some signs that indicate it is no longer safe to leave your loved one alone in the house.

Cuidar de un ser querido con Parkinson no debería impedirles viajar. Con una planificación cuidadosa y siguiendo unas sencillas pautas, usted y su ser querido pueden disfrutar de un viaje sin estrés. Aquí les explicamos cómo.

Caring for a loved one with Parkinson’s disease should not keep you both from traveling. With some careful planning and following some simple guidelines, you and your loved one can enjoy a stress-free traveling experience. Here’s how.

A medida que las temperaturas del verano suben a los 90 grados, las personas mayores corren el riesgo de sufrir afecciones causadas por el calor extremo, como deshidratación e hipertermia, que pueden provocar agotamiento por calor y su forma más grave, el golpe de calor.

Comunicarse con un ser querido con Alzheimer puede ser un desafío, ya que la enfermedad le roba a su ser querido su capacidad para recordar y procesar información durante una conversación. Pero hay formas de facilitar que ambos se comuniquen de forma eficaz.

As the primary advocate for your loved one, you need to feel confident and comfortable adding your voice to the conversations about their care. Here’s how to communicate with your healthcare providers.

Communicating with a loved one with Alzheimer's can be challenging, as the illness robs your loved one of their abilities to remember and process information during a conversation. But there are ways you can make it easier for both of you to communicate effectively.

It is never too early to get organized with your finances and get ready to file your taxes. For many people this can seem to be a complicated, confusing, and daunting topic. Fortunately there are several services available for you to help you get through the maze. Here’s how to start.

Planning a move is stressful. It can be overwhelming when thinking of all the entities that need to be notified. However, being proactive and utilizing checklists can help minimize that stress and ensure the various services and systems your loved one has come to rely on remain smoothly operating. Here is a list to help guide you.

It’s a curious aspect of American culture that while it is inevitable that everyone will die at some point in their life, no one seems very eager to plan for that eventuality. But, talking to your loved one now about funeral plans, no matter how far off, will save you a large amount of aggravation and uncertainty in the future.

Many caregivers say that coping with incontinence is one of the most challenging parts of their duties. But with patience, compassion, and the latest tools, you can manage this challenge while preserving your loved one’s privacy and dignity.

Muchos cuidadores dicen que lidiar con la incontinencia es una de las partes más desafiantes de sus deberes. Pero con paciencia, compasión y las últimas herramientas, puede afrontar este desafío preservando al mismo tiempo la privacidad y la dignidad de su ser querido.

Holidays are traditionally a spirited, happy time, but they can be challenging for caregivers, their loved ones, and their families and friends. There are ways to help maintain the enjoyment of the holiday time, however, and let everyone focus on the family ― even if one of the family has Alzheimer’s Disease. Here are some tips.

Las fiestas navideñas suelen ser una época alegre y llena de vida, pero pueden resultar difíciles para los cuidadores, sus seres queridos y sus familiares y amigos. Sin embargo, existen maneras de mantener el disfrute de estas fiestas y permitir que todos se centren en la familia, incluso si uno de sus miembros padece la enfermedad de Alzheimer. Aquí les ofrecemos algunos consejos.

Ninguna actividad de cuidado personal es más difícil que ayudar a un ser querido a bañarse o ducharse. Dado que el baño es una actividad tan íntima, es posible que no desee ayuda. Sin embargo, para la mayoría de las personas con Alzheimer, llegará el momento en que la necesiten. Para que esta importante actividad sea un éxito, adapte su apoyo a las capacidades de su ser querido.

No personal care activity is more challenging than helping your loved one bathe or shower. Because bathing is such a uniquely private activity, your loved one may not want your help. But for most of our loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease, the time will come when they need some assistance. To ensure success with this important activity, tailor your support to match your loved one’s ability.