Feelings of guilt are normal for caregivers, yet they are difficult to process. Recognizing and understanding the source of the guilt is the first step towards finding a way to cope with these feelings. Here are some of the more common reasons caregivers give for feeling guilty, and stragegies for coping.

If your loved one with dementia accuses you of having an affair, do your best to stay calm. How you respond can make all the difference. Here’s a guide.

Delusions and paranoia are both common symptoms of dementia. They are characterized by false beliefs, but differ in their severity and nature. Here’s an overview and advice on how to cope.

A “Living Will” is a written document that describes a person’s wishes for medical care in the event that they have a terminal illness with little chance of returning to a quality life. Five Wishes is a unique publication that serves as a guide to completing a Living Will, making the process easier.

Because dementia impairs a person’s memory, cognitive abilities, and decision-making skills, it often leads to changes in behavior and judgment. These challenges create significant concerns when it comes to gun ownership and safety. Here’s how to make a plan to deal with it.

Es normal que los cuidadores experimenten sentimientos de culpa, aunque estos resultan difíciles de procesar. Reconocer y comprender el origen de dicha culpa es el primer paso para encontrar la manera de afrontar estos sentimientos. A continuación, se presentan algunas de las razones más frecuentes por las que los cuidadores se sienten culpables, así como estrategias para sobrellevar esta situación.

Probablemente pasaste la mayor parte de tu vida viendo a tus padres como proveedores, protectores y tomadores de decisiones. Ahora, eres tú quien desempeña el papel de proveedor, protector y tomador de decisiones en la vida de tus padres. Aquí te explicamos cómo gestionar esa transición.

You likely spent most of your life seeing your parent as a provider, protector, and decision-maker. Now, it is you who are in the role of being provider, protector, and decision-maker in your parent's life. Here’s how to manage that transition.

As a caregiver, you need a host of tools to help you cope and maintain your mental health. Here’s your toolkit.

Having to give up a driver’s license represents a great loss of freedom, and can be difficult emotionally for your loved one. Here’s how to cope.

We are all used to eating 3 meals a day, but did you know it may be better to eat more often? Eating six small meals a day refuels the body with smaller amounts of energy throughout the day, thereby reducing the number of ups and downs in your energy level.

Todos estamos acostumbrados a hacer 3 comidas al día, pero ¿sabías que puede ser mejor comer más a menudo? Comer seis comidas pequeñas al día recarga el cuerpo con cantidades más pequeñas de energía a lo largo del día, reduciendo así la cantidad de altibajos en su nivel de energía. Para esta “edición especial”, hemos elegido alimentos que podrían atraer a los fanáticos de la comida latinoamericana.

We are all used to eating 3 meals a day, but did you know it may be better to eat more often? Eating six small meals a day refuels the body with smaller amounts of energy throughout the day, thereby reducing the number of ups and downs in your energy level. For this “special edition,” we’ve chosen foods that might appeal to fans of Latin American food.

Caregivers or family members may be able to reduce the risk of wandering. Here are some tips in keeping your loved one with dementia safe.

Having a loved one wander off is an experience we all try to avoid. However, it is one we must all be prepared for when caring for a loved one with dementia. These community resources can help find your loved one when they have wandered off.

Wandering can be dangerous and even life threatening, making the risk abundantly stressful for caregivers. Here's a checklist.

Delirium and dementia are different disturbances that can be confusing to caregivers, because some of their symptoms can overlap. Here’s how to tell the difference between the two.

Validation therapy is a beneficial strategy for helping family caregivers interact with their loved ones as they become less able to keep track of facts such as where they live, where they are, if they need to go to work, the names of family members, etc.

Deambular puede ser peligroso e incluso poner en peligro la vida, lo que hace que el riesgo sea muy estresante para los cuidadores. Aquí hay una lista de verificación.

Viajar puede ser una actividad especialmente difícil para su ser querido. Sin embargo, con una planificación y consideración cuidadosas, puede lograr que el viaje sea seguro y cómodo para ambos.