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What Does Wellness Look Like for Dementia Caregivers?
Anyone providing care for a loved one with dementia knows how stressful it can be. Not only can the tasks involved be challenging and exhausting, but there is a very emotional level as well. But even with all the challenges , caregivers often neglect self-care, infrequently check in on their own health and either don’t know about or don’t use opportunities for respite.
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How Caregivers Can Get Involved in the Community
Many times, people think of volunteering or being involved in the community as another activity to add to their to-do list. This can especially be the case when the project we have signed on for is out of our realm of interest. Caregivers can also often feel they do not have enough time to engage in activities they enjoy. However, finding the perfectly tailored volunteer opportunity or community engagement program can be key to gratification in our personal lives.
Read MoreScharf, L. (2022, April 27). Tips for Successful Family Meetings [Guidposts]. https://www.guideposts.org/caregiving/family-caregiving/advice-for-caregivers/tips-for-successful-family-meetings
Franz, C. (2022, April 27). Steps to Guard Against Dementia-Related Wandering [Guidposts]. https://www.guideposts.org/caregiving/family-caregiving/advice-for-caregivers/steps-to-guard-against-dementia-related-wandering
Encouraging an Older Loved One to Get Tested for Dementia
Cathy Franz, LSW, a Care Consultant with Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging’s WeCare…Because You Do, discusses tips on how to encourage older loved ones with symptoms of memory loss to visit a doctor to get tested for dementia.
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