by ADRC | Dec 21, 2022 | Blog, Caregiver Information, Monthly Theme
The New Year is a time when people take inventory of their lives and discern what is going right and what they may want to change. This can be anything from exercising more, watching less TV, or taking better care of ourselves. As caregivers, our needs are often...
by ADRC | Oct 31, 2022 | Blog, Caregiver Information, Monthly Theme, Nutrition
National Family Caregiver Month When caring for a loved one, there are many tasks that need to be juggled, including preparing meals and being sure they are getting adequate nutrition. Older adults are at risk of not eating enough. 15% of people over 65 may...
by ADRC | Oct 31, 2022 | Blog, Caregiver Information, Monthly Theme
National Family Caregiver Month is celebrated every November. This is a time for us to recognize and honor family caregivers everywhere! In addition to celebrating the selfless efforts of our caregivers, it allows us an opportunity to:• Raise awareness of family...
by ADRC | Oct 31, 2022 | Blog, Caregiver Information, Monthly Theme
Question: I am caring for my husband who has high physical needs. I am doing everything for him right now and starting to feel overwhelmed. What can I do? Answer: Thank you for your question. A caregiver’s role is all-encompassing. You are helping someone who is...
by ADRC | Sep 28, 2022 | Blog, Caregiver Information
Have you been helping care for a friend or family member? Do you do tasks for a loved one that might include transportation, running errands, or bringing a loved one to the doctor? Do you feel like it’s getting to be too much but don’t know where to turn?...
by ADRC | Jun 30, 2022 | Blog, Caregiver Information
Tips to Support Family Caregivers Caregivers are an essential part of our healthcare system. Many people, though, don’t see themselves as a “caregiver,” and as a result, don’t realize the critical role that they play. Here are five tips from...
