August 4 is National Friendship Day. Do you have a friend who is a caregiver? Give her or him a hug today and let your caregiving friend know you are there to help, support and love them. (And Happy Birthday today Mom!)
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What is Your Caregiving IQ?
Health literacy is one of the key elements caregivers need to ensure they can be the best advocate for their loved one. What is health literacy? What do you need to know? Test your caregiving IQ - read Sherri Snelling's article for PBS Next Avenue here.
How Dogs Help Those with Dementia
In a recent research study conducted by the University of Maryland, the interaction of dogs with dementia patients in assisted living facilities is revealing amazing results - improving both physical and mental health. Read Sherri's full article for Examiner.com here.
7 Ways the Sandwich Generation can beat burn-out
Contributing to Examiner.com, Sherri Snelling's first article offers 7 magnificent ways for caregivers to manage stress and avoid burn-out. Approximately 47% of Americans in their 40s and 50s are considered the "Sandwich Generation" - those who are caring for both...
Let the Caregiving Movement Begin with the Caregiver Bill of Rights
As we celebrate American Independence Day, it brings to mind how dependent we are on our nation’s 65 million caregivers. Over the next 20+ years, the next civil rights issue we will face is a growing older population with more seniors needing care – whether diagnosed...
The Rise in Men as Caregivers
Recent Pew Research and Alzheimer's Association surveys show more men are becoming caregivers. Read Sherri's article for PBS Next Avenue which was also published on Forbes.com.
Caregiving Club Honored for Me Time Monday
Caregiver Reviews calls Caregiving Club and its Me Time Monday videos "the MTV of Caregiving." Read the press release here for National Sandwich Generation Month. Read the Caregiver Reviews of Caregiving Club here.
Rizzoli & Isles Creator “Join My War on Alzheimer’s”
Best-selling novelist and creator of TNT's Rizzoli & Isles crime drama series is turning her mystery-solving ways to raising funds for Alzheimer's research. Read her story here and join Tess Gerritsen’s War on Alzheimer’s between July 1-23 to win a chance to name...
Rizzoli & Isles Creator Campaigns to Solve the Mystery of Alzheimer’s
You may not immediately recognize her name, unless you are one of the millions of readers worldwide who have made Tess Gerritsen’s novels about female buddy crime solvers, detective Jane Rizzoli and chief medical examiner Dr. Maura Isles of the Boston police...
Home Safety Tour with CAPS Expert
When it comes to the home of our dreams, once we’ve signed the mortgage papers, we want to live there forever. In fact, studies show 89 percent of older Americans prefer to stay living in their homes as long as possible rather than moving to a senior living...
The Longest Day Is Time to Honor The Long Good-bye
Tomorrow, Friday, June 21, is the summer solstice – the one day during the year we can count on a few extra minutes of sunshine. It is known as “the longest day of the year” which is why the Alzheimer’s Association has chosen the date to hold its Longest Day Campaign...
Gear 3 – Alternative Transportation for Mom and Dad
When it comes to seniors and driving, caregivers need to shift through 3 gears with a parent or other older loved one about maintaining mobility and independence while also staying safe. The 3 gears of senior driving are: 1. Driving Assessment (read the blog here) 2....