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...
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...
One of the hardest challenges for caregivers is to maintain their own health & wellness. Billionaire 90-year-old David Murdock, who cared for his wife, says healthy living is the key to the physical stamina and mental strength to keep going as a caregiver. Read...
Fifty years ago this month, two things were born: Older Americans Month and me. While both of us are going strong, the Office of Women’s Health just kicked off National Women’s Health Week reminding all of us good health takes work, especially as we age. However,...
Continuing our "Caregiver Wishes for 2013" blogs this month feature information, tips and solutions on managing caregiver stress. Featured Articles Caregiver Stress Is No Joke Me Time Monday Video Tips on Stress Relief
While some people will start the month by playing a funny joke on a friend or co-worker, the beginning of April, which marks National Stress Awareness Month, makes me think about the stress that plagues those who are caring for an older loved one. And, believe me,...
Today is World Water Day as declared by the United Nations in an effort to get us all thinking more about the need for clean water supplies worldwide, especially in third world countries. I’m going to take a different angle on today’s celebration and write about the...
In the classic children’s story from the Brothers Grimm, a beautiful princess sleeps her way to an enchanting life with a handsome prince. If it were only that easy. For many of the nation’s 65 million family caregivers, sleep is an elusive luxury and a true fairy...
Continuing our "Caregiver Wishes for 2013" our blogs this month feature nutritional health information and tips. Featured Articles Water – Caregiver Health One Glass At a Time Soul Food – More Than Meal Delivery for Seniors, Caregivers, Volunteers Super...
One of the things I hate about New Year’s Resolutions is they seem to be about taking away something rather than giving yourself something. I suppose one could argue if you lose weight with more exercise and eating more nutritiously you are giving yourself a longer,...
Our blogs and information all year are dedicated to helping caregivers care for themselves as lovingly as they care for others. Each month we will focus on certain wishes to help caregivers achieve that balance between self-care and caregiving - Enjoy! ...
This week kicks off the nationwide effort called “Spa Week” a movement to have our over-stressed society pamper themselves. No group needs pampering more than caregivers – those 65 million Americans who are providing loving care to a parent who is getting older, a...