If you are interested in a fun way to celebrate the life of somebody you love, nothing beats a birthday party! The key to planning a successful birthday party for an older family member is crafting ideas that are unique to the individual. Start by thinking through: How large of an event should it be, […]
Caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease requires continuous adaptation to the person’s changing needs. As the condition progresses, there comes a point when 24-hour Alzheimer’s care becomes not only beneficial but necessary for ensuring the safety, well-being, and good quality of life for the person. Here are key indicators that signal the appropriateness […]
How much extra time do you have on your hands? If you are like most family caregivers, carving out sufficient time to meet each day’s basic requirements could be hard enough. The idea of having regular intervals of downtime may seem unattainable. Caregiving is definitely a time-intensive commitment. But what if there were steps you […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/family-caregiver-creating-time-management-plan.jpg533800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2024-02-07 18:23:272024-02-07 18:23:45Reduce Family Caregiver Stress With These Tried and True Time Management Tips
We have all been there: slowing down breathing, counting sheep, listening to white noise, all in an effort to force our brains to shut down to allow us the sleep we desperately need. As we age, it can be even more difficult to get enough sleep. Older adults may experience changes in their sleep architecture, […]
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By the time we reach our golden years, we’ve had many years of building deep connections with family and friends. These bonds are crucial to our quality of life, and when they are severed, it inevitably leads to feelings of deep loss. You may feel hopeless to help an older adult who is grieving, but […]
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There is something so special about the kitchen. It’s the first stop kids make once they arrive home from school, in search of a snack as well as the chance to share about their day. It is the spot family members gather to cook holiday meals together. It’s also a place to heat up a […]
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Caring for a family member is often an all-consuming role. It takes a great deal of your time, focus, and energy that when your family caregiving role ends, for any reason, it can leave you feeling lost. Other common feelings to expect if you’re no longer serving as caregiver for a loved one include: Exhaustion […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/lady-looking-in-mirror.jpg534800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2023-12-18 07:33:052023-12-09 17:42:18Once My Caregiver Responsibilities Are Over, Who Am I?
The countdown is on to the new year, and this means only one thing: deciding on a resolution you can make that you’ll actually be empowered to keep. How about setting a goal that will help both you and someone you love live healthier and feel happier? It starts with knowing effective exercise tips to […]
Did you ever wake up in the middle of a dream and wonder, just for a moment, if what you were dreaming about was real? It can feel very disorienting until you open your eyes and take in your familiar surroundings. An experience like this can give you just a brief glimpse into the ongoing […]
https://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/dementia-lady-with-caregiver-pointing-to-calendar.jpg534800Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, Presidenthttps://www.responsive-homecare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Responsive-HC_30th-Anniv_logo_lg.pngDebbie Savage, RN, BSN, President2023-12-11 07:19:122023-12-21 21:41:31Reality Orientation in Dementia: The Pro and the Cons
What do you wish for most this holiday season? Financial security? Good health for your loved ones? Peace on earth? What if you could relieve holiday stress for caregivers and simply enjoy the warmth and beauty of the season? What a gift that would be! Caregiving can be overwhelming any time of the year, but […]
Try These Ideas for Unique Birthday Celebrations for Seniors
/in Caregiving Tips, Family Caregivers, Family Caregiving, Senior Mental Health /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentIf you are interested in a fun way to celebrate the life of somebody you love, nothing beats a birthday party! The key to planning a successful birthday party for an older family member is crafting ideas that are unique to the individual. Start by thinking through: How large of an event should it be, […]
Is It Time for 24-Hour Alzheimer’s Care?
/in Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Caregiving Tips, Dementia /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentCaring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease requires continuous adaptation to the person’s changing needs. As the condition progresses, there comes a point when 24-hour Alzheimer’s care becomes not only beneficial but necessary for ensuring the safety, well-being, and good quality of life for the person. Here are key indicators that signal the appropriateness […]
Reduce Family Caregiver Stress With These Tried and True Time Management Tips
/in Caregiver Issues, Caregiving, Caregiving Tips, Family Caregivers, Family Caregiving /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentHow much extra time do you have on your hands? If you are like most family caregivers, carving out sufficient time to meet each day’s basic requirements could be hard enough. The idea of having regular intervals of downtime may seem unattainable. Caregiving is definitely a time-intensive commitment. But what if there were steps you […]
6 Ways to Help a Senior Loved One Sleep Better
/in Aging Issues, Caregiving Tips, Elder Care, Family Caregiving, Senior Care, Senior Health, Sleep /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentWe have all been there: slowing down breathing, counting sheep, listening to white noise, all in an effort to force our brains to shut down to allow us the sleep we desperately need. As we age, it can be even more difficult to get enough sleep. Older adults may experience changes in their sleep architecture, […]
How to Help an Older Adult Who Is Grieving
/in Caregiving, Caregiving Tips, Companion Care, Elder Care, Senior Mental Health /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentBy the time we reach our golden years, we’ve had many years of building deep connections with family and friends. These bonds are crucial to our quality of life, and when they are severed, it inevitably leads to feelings of deep loss. You may feel hopeless to help an older adult who is grieving, but […]
Why Meal Prep Is a Great Activity for Someone With Alzheimer’s
/in Activities for Seniors, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's DIsease, Dementia /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentThere is something so special about the kitchen. It’s the first stop kids make once they arrive home from school, in search of a snack as well as the chance to share about their day. It is the spot family members gather to cook holiday meals together. It’s also a place to heat up a […]
Once My Caregiver Responsibilities Are Over, Who Am I?
/in Aging Care Issues, Blog, Caregiver Issues, Caregiver Stress, Caregiving Stress, Caregiving Tips, Personal Care Tips, Respite Care /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentCaring for a family member is often an all-consuming role. It takes a great deal of your time, focus, and energy that when your family caregiving role ends, for any reason, it can leave you feeling lost. Other common feelings to expect if you’re no longer serving as caregiver for a loved one include: Exhaustion […]
The Ins and Outs of Senior Exercise
/in Activities for Seniors, Blog, Caregiving Tips, Exercise, Senior Exercise, Senior Health, Senior Safety /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentThe countdown is on to the new year, and this means only one thing: deciding on a resolution you can make that you’ll actually be empowered to keep. How about setting a goal that will help both you and someone you love live healthier and feel happier? It starts with knowing effective exercise tips to […]
Reality Orientation in Dementia: The Pro and the Cons
/in Aging Issues, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer's DIsease, Blog, Caregiving, Dementia, Senior Care, Senior Finances, Senior Mental Health, Senior Mood Changes /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentDid you ever wake up in the middle of a dream and wonder, just for a moment, if what you were dreaming about was real? It can feel very disorienting until you open your eyes and take in your familiar surroundings. An experience like this can give you just a brief glimpse into the ongoing […]
Five Effective Ways to Relieve Holiday Stress for Caregivers
/in Caregiver Issues, Caregiver Stress, Caregiving Stress, Caregiving Tips, Family Caregivers, Family Caregiving, Respite Care /by Debbie Savage, RN, BSN, PresidentWhat do you wish for most this holiday season? Financial security? Good health for your loved ones? Peace on earth? What if you could relieve holiday stress for caregivers and simply enjoy the warmth and beauty of the season? What a gift that would be! Caregiving can be overwhelming any time of the year, but […]