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Medical, legal, administrative, & logistical information for caregivers
Caregiving requires an enormous amount of managerial-type tasks to complete. Whether it’s understanding specific disease topics or ensuring that your loved one’s state of affairs are in order, these tasks can not be ignored.
Although these tasks can be complex or mundane, understanding and completing them are key to successful caregiving. Our goal is that the short, easy-to-read articles found in this section will help you learn quickly and guide you take decisive action.
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How to Explain Alzheimer’s and Dementia to Children
Contributing Writer: Christian Worstell Alzheimer’s is one of the leading causes of death in … [Read more...]
Living Positively, and Scuba Diving, Despite Dementia Daze
This article originally appeared on MariaShriver.com in 2015 but was removed when they migrated … [Read more...]
#020: The Importance of a Dementia Compassionate Culture with Dr. Daniel Potts
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Cruising and Living Well with Alzheimer’s Disease
This article originally appeared on MariaShriver.com in 2015 but was removed when they migrated … [Read more...]
#019: How to Maximize the Joy of Halloween in Dementia Care
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8 Tips to Help Make a Smooth Transition to Memory Care
Contributing Writer: Diane Lansing, RN Caring for someone living with Alzheimer's disease or … [Read more...]
Shadowing: 5 Expert Tips and Advice to Help You Cope
Contributing Writer: Christy Turner, founder of Dementia Sherpa You may have never heard of … [Read more...]
What Happens as the Body Dies?
Contributing Writer: Jahnna Beecham with Katie Ortlip, authors Living With Dying: A Complete Guide … [Read more...]
The HERO Project: How to Use Life Stories to Honor Individuals
Contributing Writer: Deborah Shouse, writer, speaker, editor, former family caregiver, and dementia … [Read more...]
How to Acknowledge and Alleviate Fear in Dementia Care
Contributing Writer: Julie Bigham, Owner Joy Filled Visits, LLC Fear is real, even when it’s … [Read more...]
10 Dementia Care Tips to Prevent Early Evening Behavior Changes
Editor’s Note: The term “Sundowning” is sometimes used as a negative label which can be damaging to … [Read more...]
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