Daily Routine and Challenges

Feb 183 min

Navigating the Dementia Journey: A Caregiver's Guide to Free Resources

As caregivers, every day presents new challenges, but with the right resources and support, we can navigate the complexities of caregiving.

Jan 92 min

Resilience and Growth in Caregiving: Navigating Emotions, Lessons, and Personal Transformation

Caregiving is a profound journey that not only impacts the life of the one being cared for but also deeply transforms the caregiver. In...

Jan 12 min

Nurturing the Nurturers: When Caregivers Face Their Own Health Challenges

Happy New Year! As we welcome 2024, let's acknowledge the unsung heroes among us—caregivers. Their dedication to others often surpasses...

Dec 28, 20232 min

Navigating Turbulent Waters: When Caregivers Disagree in Dementia Care

Caregiving for a loved one with dementia can be a relentless journey, fraught with emotional turbulence and unforeseen challenges. In the...

Dec 18, 20233 min

Navigating the Heartbreaking Decline in Dementia: A Caregiver's Journey

As caregivers, we witness the ebb and flow of moments in the lives of those we cherish deeply. For those caring for individuals with...

Dec 10, 20232 min

Navigating the Path to Hope: Finding Support and Care for Dementia with Kaiser

Being a caregiver for a loved one with dementia is an intricate journey laden with challenges and emotions. For nine long years,...

Nov 23, 20232 min

The Holidays: A Caregiver's Tale

As the holiday season approaches, I find myself reflecting on the days when Mom used to be the heart and soul of our family gatherings,...

Nov 21, 20232 min

Embracing the Village: Caring for a Loved One Who's Resistant to Care

Somedays we win and somedays we lose. Caring for a loved one who's resistant to necessary care and engages in combative behavior can be...

Nov 3, 20232 min

The Beginning of Our Journey- Mom's Odyssey

In this inaugural post, I share how our journey began, the initial signs of dementia, and our family's reaction to the diagnosis. It was...