a guest post written by Dean Cook with permission to share with the Happy Healthy Caregiver Community When I was just a young boy, I remember asking Mom, “Why does Granddad shake like that? Where does that come from?” The time had come for her to share some things about her dad, […]
a guest post written for Happy Healthy Caregiver by family caregiver Bonnie Habyan Dementia is no laughing matter. However, depending on the family situation, laughter can provide astounding relief for both the caregiver and the care recipient. Anyone dealing with an aging parent knows the physical, financial, and emotional tolls it takes. Caregiving is simply
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a guest post written for Happy Healthy Caregiver by family caregiver, Jennifer Lagemann I’ve been through home care from three different perspectives and want to share some quick tips on how to make your home care experience seamless and stress-free. As the primary caregiver of a loved one, I’ve learned that home care is only
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A guest post written by Hollie Mealy for Happy Healthy Caregiver Along with a family recipe, there is usually a story or memory. Food to me evokes an emotional response. I’m reminded of where I last ate that particular meal or with whom I shared it. I remember the warm belly hug I got when
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a letter by Heather Zoccali; republished for Happy Healthy Caregiver with permission Dear “Invisible Army”, As we approach National Family Caregivers Month I want you to know I am here for you. I am your advocate, defender, and non-judgemental friend you may lean on. I hear your secret cries in the shower, cars, and bathroom
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a guest post written by Gina Martin, found of the Bob & Diane Fund My name is Gina – and I am a daughter of Alzheimer’s. Saying this make me feel like one of those characters in a movie standing in front of a room full of addicts. Not that I would ever compare having
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a guest post written by Amy Bowie There are many things that remain the same even in this time of change. The scent of pine, the glistening snow, a chilly breeze, a fire aglow. Hot chocolate, quilts, and peppermint sticks. It’s the simple things in life that we delight. The holly and mistletoe,
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a guest post written by Presley Kappana While everyone’s caregiving journey is different, many people become caregivers later in life; but my journey started sooner than expected. Growing up in rural Wisconsin, my grandmother was not only my guardian but my best friend. We did everything together from snowshoeing to banana bread baking, and I
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a guest post written by Beth Marshall When my phenomenal mother-in-law, Mozelle (aka Mozie) was in her 70’s she began to struggle to come up with words. Sometimes she couldn’t remember if she’d had lunch or not. We didn’t think much of it. Everybody has moments where you walk into a room and can’t remember
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a guest post written by Cristina Sarria “How can I help?” After my father-in-law became ill in 2017, I can’t even guess how many times I must have asked my husband and sister-in-law this open-ended question. It wasn’t surprising that many others were also asking them the same question. ”How can I help?” seems to
How Can I Help? A well meaning question which usually leaves a caregiver speechless Read More »