Resources When Dealing with a New Dementia Diagnosis
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It can be extremely difficult coping with the delivery of a new Dementia diagnosis. As the one being diagnosed, it…
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Self-Care
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Caregiving can be equally rewarding and exhausting, and it is easy to overlook the self-care necessary to keep yourself up-and-running.…
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When the “H” Word Means “Gratitude”
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Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas, New Year’s – the holiday season is upon us where we practice gratitude for all that is…
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What’s your “warm bottom” moment?
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The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond and Mom at a Quail Ridge Books book signing event (Raleigh, 2017). Mom LOVED watching…
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Caregiver Burnout: What it is and what to do about it
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Whether out of love or obligation, over 40 million North Americans keep their loved ones under their care each year,…
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Aging Matters airs weekly on WPTF
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Aging Matter radio show Don’t let the name fool you – “Aging Matters,” our weekly radio show that airs…
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Six Ways for You to Save Money as a Retired Senior
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Photo from https://unsplash.com Saving money is one of those tasks that is easy for some people but difficult for most.…
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5 Practical Time Management Tips for the Caregiver
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Time management is probably the most needed skill for caregivers. If you don’t have such, chances are you find it…
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10 Tips to Keep Seniors Safe at Home
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Whether you have a loved one, family member, friend, or neighbor who is growing into their sunshine years, it is…
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The Reality of Being a Caregiver
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Pearls of Wisdom from One Caregiver to Another Assuming the role of responsibility can be very rewarding; however, there are…
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Why I Am An Organ Donor
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Charlie’s stepson Anthony “Ryan” Hilliard had been shot. Following an agonizing trip to the hospital many miles from their home,…
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Caring For A Loved One: The Letter Each Caregiver Should Write
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While caring for a loved one or following the death of a loved one, caregivers can create a path to…
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Six Ways Writing a Journal Helps Caregivers
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Journaling as a past-time is making a comeback with advanced note-taking features on modern devices. In the past, people kept…
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The Importance of a Care Plan for an Aging Family Member
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When I was an adolescent, I grew up with the impression that everything is forever. Of course, I wanted to…
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10 Myths About Aging
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There are many myths and assumptions about what “aging” entails. But this process is different for everyone and there are…
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How to Keep Your Calm When Dealing with the Difficulties of Aging Parents
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If you are experiencing difficult behavior from your aging loved ones, you are far from alone. In a study published…
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10 Stress-Relieving Techniques For Caregivers
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Being a caregiver can take many forms. May it be an elderly parent, a disabled relative, or a child experiencing…
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What You Need to Know About a Career in Caregiving
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The career of a professional caregiver can be very fulfilling. Oftentimes, caregiving helps us become more compassionate, confident, and gives…
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Ten Tips for Family Caregivers
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This blog post originally appeared in January 2015. During National Family Caregivers Month, we honor you and hope you will…
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How to Balance Academics and Caregiving
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During National Family Caregivers Month, we’re grateful to guest blogger John Ross for sharing this post written for caregivers who…
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Traditional Caregivers Summit Goes Virtual for 2020
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Transitions LifeCare, Transitions GuidingLights, Dementia Alliance of North Carolina, and Alzheimer’s Association to host virtual Summit for caregivers who seek…
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Things I Wish I Knew as a Caregiver
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You can never be fully prepared to take on the role of a caregiver. Whether it is caring for an elderly adult in your life or a child with special…
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How to Be an Effective Caregiver
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It only took one diagnosis for my life to be completely altered. The first time I heard that my father was diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy I knew immediately that…
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Best Ways to Stay Happy and Healthy as You Age
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Taking care of yourself is a continuously evolving strategy—there’s no right way to do it. Your needs change over time so it’s natural to adjust the way you stay happy and…
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Why I gave up my manufacturing industry career to work in home-based care
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Sixteen years ago, I lost someone very close to me, a man who was like a father. When he was diagnosed with cancer, his disease was so advanced doctors couldn’t…
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Difficult Decisions: What to Do After a Terminal Diagnosis
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Being diagnosed with a terminal illness changes everything in an instant. Priorities immediately shift, questions about insurance and your estate arise, and final dispositions must be made for end-of-life care…
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What You May Not Know About Mesothelioma
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Healthy Lung Month, observed each October, reminds us how important our lung health is and how lung diseases affect millions of Americans. For those with mesothelioma, October means something extra…
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Paying for Long-Term Care When Living Alone Isn’t an Option
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Realizing it’s no longer safe to live independently is one of the hardest parts of growing older. It’s even harder if you can’t afford to pay for the care…
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A Special Night Out
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It was an exciting game. The Dean E. Smith Center was a sea of Carolina blue and the men’s basketball team didn’t disappoint. Together with more than 20,000 other fans…
