Caregiver Solutions

“My daughter-in-law prepared a scrapbook of my husband’s life for his 80th birthday, and we found that very comforting for him. I wish......that was something I had started early on so that he could have helped with it and had a legacy to leave afterward. I also began to keep a … [Read more...] about The perfect gift for a caregiver and their loved one

“I believe it’s our job in life to make sure our loved ones are cared for, but I don’t believe it’s our job to......do all of the caring. Sometimes we feel this great sense of guilt for not being able to be the primary caregiver for our parents or loved ones or not really being … [Read more...] about Does your loved one need care? Remember this advice

“With a diagnosis, whether it’s Alzheimer’s or any kind of a terminal illness, you’re faced with the unknown. You don’t know what’s ahead, but you know it’s not going to be easy. I would encourage people to......join a support group. I was in one, and it really was my crutch … [Read more...] about What caregivers can do when faced with the unknown

Caregivers, this is an easy, delicious recipe out of which you can make several meals with this tip. Seniors tend to eat smaller portions, so rather than preparing a large meal for one or two people that will sit for a week in the refrigerator, assemble a meal and freeze it in … [Read more...] about Warm up with this Taco Soup recipe – perfect for caregivers!

“Check out medical supply stores such as Gould’s or Cooley’s. There are......chairs and lifts if whoever you’re caring for can’t get around well, belts that help them stand and get their footing, special utensils if they can’t hold a spoon steady. There are all sorts of devices … [Read more...] about 2 helpful Louisville places for your loved one’s home needs