Maximizing the Capabilities of a Loved One with Dementia – Charlotte Today We often think of people with dementia, especially those with Alzheimer’s, as mostly dependent on others and incapable. Is that really the case? With forethought, caregivers can identify tasks that their loved one can do. Maximizing their capability benefits everyone....
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Maximizing the Capabilities of a Loved One with Dementia – Charlotte Today
Maximizing the Capabilities of a Loved One with Dementia – Charlotte Today We often think of people with dementia, especially those with Alzheimer’s, as mostly dependent on others and incapable. Is that really the case? With forethought, caregivers can identify tasks that their loved one can do. Maximizing their capability benefits everyone....
Caregiver Envy – My Segment on Charlotte Today
Caregiver Envy – My Segment on Charlotte Today People who care for family members and other people may be seen as selfless and unselfish, but you may not know that they may be struggling with feelings of envy. Caregiver envy os a real thing.. Oftentimes people are thrust into a...
Caregiver Envy – My Segment on Charlotte Today
Caregiver Envy – My Segment on Charlotte Today People who care for family members and other people may be seen as selfless and unselfish, but you may not know that they may be struggling with feelings of envy. Caregiver envy os a real thing.. Oftentimes people are thrust into a...
Alleviating Social Isolation – My Segment on Charlotte Today – 07/15/21
Alleviating Social Isolation – My Segment on Charlotte Today – 07/15/21 The pandemic caused social isolation for so many of us over the past 17 months, but it was especially hard on our seniors. So how are they doing now that things are opening back up and how can we...
Alleviating Social Isolation – My Segment on Charlotte Today – 07/15/21
Alleviating Social Isolation – My Segment on Charlotte Today – 07/15/21 The pandemic caused social isolation for so many of us over the past 17 months, but it was especially hard on our seniors. So how are they doing now that things are opening back up and how can we...
Older Adults and Vaccinations – How Are We Doing? – Charlotte Today
Older Adults and Vaccinations – How Are We Doing? – Charlotte Today The data is quite good. As of mid-February, about 14% of the US population received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Among adults 65 and older, the vaccination rate is about 41%. People over 65 account...
New Year’s Resolutions for Older Adults -New Twist-Charlotte Today-1/21/21
A New Twist on New Year’s Resolutions – Charlotte Today New Year’s Resolution’s are not just for the young. 2020 gave people a lot of time to think about life and what is important. So as we look at 2021 what should we know and what has changed? Let’s start by...
New Year’s Resolutions for Older Adults -New Twist-Charlotte Today-1/21/21
A New Twist on New Year’s Resolutions – Charlotte Today New Year’s Resolution’s are not just for the young. 2020 gave people a lot of time to think about life and what is important. So as we look at 2021 what should we know and what has changed? Let’s start by...
Long-Distance Caregiving Under Covid – Charlotte Today – 11/19/20
Long-Distance Caregiving Under Covid There are many challenges to being a long-distance caregiving. Covid-19 has made it harder. Occasional visits that you used to have may have disappeared. So, what if friends and neighbors are now your primary eyes and ears? How do you assure that these relationships help to...