by Heather Frenette | Apr 12, 2023 | Caregiver, Caregiver Burnout, Family Caregiver, Stress, Stress Awareness Month
Being a caregiver for another person can be a full-time job. It can also be very stressful which leads to burnout. How do you know when the stress is becoming too much and what can you do to prevent burnout? Signs of caregiver stress: • Feeling overwhelmed or anxious...
by Heather Frenette | Nov 15, 2022 | Aging Challenges, Aging Grandparent, Aging Parent, Alzheimer's, Cognitive Changes, Dementia, Family, Family Caregiver, Health and Wellness, Holidays, Holidays with Alzheimer's, Proactive Decision Making
A person with dementia needs structure, routine, and a calm environment. These things are sometimes absent during the holidays. If you have a loved one with dementia, there are ways to make the holidays enjoyable for everyone. The Mayo Clinic offers the following...
by Heather Frenette | Sep 15, 2022 | Advance Planning, Aging, Aging Challenges, Assisted Living, Behavioral Changes, Cognitive Changes, Dementia, East Valley Phoenix, Emergency Situation, Family Caregiver, Health and Wellness, Healthcare Decisions, Medical Power of Attorney, Memory Loss, Proactive Decision Making
As one ages, many needs change. By the time an adult reaches retirement age, their needs and desires are usually quite different than in the earlier stages of life. Most people look forward to their retirement years. For some, it is a time to pursue opportunities in...
by Heather Frenette | Mar 7, 2022 | Aging, Driving, East Valley Phoenix, Family Caregiver, Nurse Care Manager, Older Adult
Most people remember learning to drive and the feeling of independence it gave them. This is much of the reason it is so hard for an older adult to give up driving. When addressing the issues of driving with a parent, it is important to understand why driving is...
by Heather Frenette | Feb 2, 2022 | Aging, Caregiver, East Valley Phoenix, Family Caregiver, Gilbert, Nurse Care Manager, Older Adult, Vulnerable
In senior care, there is a world of options available for those who seek out services for themselves or a loved one. From national corporations to sole proprietors, there is someone, somewhere, offering a product to enhance the life of an elderly person. What isn’t...
by Heather Frenette | Jan 2, 2022 | Advance Planning, Aging, Caregiver, Dementia, East Valley Phoenix, Family Caregiver, Older Adult
Many people do all the right things to prepare for their possible incapacity. They create a Trust, nominate Medical and Durable Powers of Attorney, draft a Will and create a Living Will. They may even discuss their wishes with the person(s) nominated in these...
