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Are you struggling to balance your life while caring for a parent with dementia? Caring for a loved one with dementia is challenging, especially for adult children. Today's episode explores the unique challenges faced by adult child caregivers and offers insights and tips to navigate this journey effectively. Watch or listen to this episode to learn more: https://lnkd.in/ekDJ2NKp

Empathy, Understanding, and Support: It's Dementia Awareness Week. Let's Shine a Light on this Journey, Embracing Compassion and Education to Create a More Inclusive and Supportive World for Those Living with Dementia and Their Caregivers. Together, let's educate, support, and advocate for those affected by dementia, fostering understanding and compassion in our communities. Every voice matters in the fight for a dementia-friendly world. 💜 #DementiaAwarenessWeek #Support #EndTheStigma

🧑🤝🧑 Caring for someone with dementia has its highs and lows but having access to the right support and resources can help make the journey easier for both you and your loved one. In our latest blog, we share some valuable tips and resources to help you navigate dementia care. Read it here 👉 https://bit.ly/3zI9wCo

Caring for a parent with dementia is heartbreaking and heart-wrenching, but caring for TWO parents at the same time? Join us for a virtual discussion with four authors who have lived through double duty dementia and not only survived but thrived. https://lnkd.in/g8dU5Tyk

As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia, we've learned that shaving, trimming nails, brushing teeth and trimming hair - what we’re calling personal care - can become challenging. These challenges often arise around the same time as bathing and dressing difficulties. How we provide support for our loved one will vary based on whether they stay at home during their journey or move into a care community. Not surprisingly, personal care is an area where many tips can be provided! Through our experiences, what we've learned from support groups, and others on their journeys, we've developed four initial areas of tips to help you and your care receiver with their personal care. Watch Personal Care: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias https://lnkd.in/e9jVm7SY

Navigating dementia of a loved one Part 1. Caring for a loved one with dementia comes with unique challenges; one of which may be getting your family member to accept help. Using the right approach, however, could allow you to break through. Check out today’s video for two Seniors Helping Seniors® tips for talking to your loved one about in-home care.

What do you do when you see an older adult struggling to reach something or complete a task on their own? 😰 It’s natural to want to help, but did you know that your response could be crucial for their independence? Our recommendation, especially when it comes to those with dementia, might surprise you… Dive into this week’s blog post to find out why! 🧂 https://lnkd.in/eVACRnYV

Men are caregivers, too. We hear from three husbands who delve into the deeply personal and challenging experiences of caring for a spouse with dementia. Featuring heartfelt stories from guests Richard Creighton, Scott Rose, and Tio Stib, this episode offers valuable insights, practical advice, and a powerful reminder that you’re not alone on this journey. https://lnkd.in/gDk-iwfq 

When caring for a loved one with dementia, reasoning isn’t always the best approach. Instead, try gently redirecting their focus—suggest a new activity, move to a calm space, or share a snack. 🍪 💙 What activities help your loved one feel more at ease? Share your ideas below!