by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Feb 4, 2019 | Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
When illness, disability, or the frailties of aging strike, even the most independent individuals may feel vulnerable when faced with navigating a complex healthcare and/or long-term care system for themselves or their loved ones. Without others to “go to bat”...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Nov 12, 2018 | Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
Next week, many of you will be sharing a meal with your extended family. Holiday gatherings are opportunities for families to catch up on recent news and events, as well as highlight future plans. They can also be a time when the changes which an older adult is...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Nov 5, 2018 | Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
Americans live in a society in which youth is highly valued and many people become uncomfortable when asked to think about or discuss the aging process. News stories about nursing homes generate greater public interest when an unfortunate event related to patient...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Oct 30, 2018 | Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
Various theories and approaches exist for working with individuals who are experiencing symptoms of dementia. Previous articles have discussed basic techniques which can influence personal interactions. One method which has not yet been considered is called...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Sep 24, 2018 | Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
Caring for an individual who is experiencing symptoms of dementia requires patience and ingenuity. Caregivers can easily become overwhelmed when trying to assist their loved ones who may be experiencing changes in memory, personality, judgement, reasoning, motivation,...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Aug 13, 2018 | Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
Symptoms of dementia are often subtle during the early stages of a disease process and progress gradually. Surprisingly, people who are experiencing dementia can be quite skilled at covering up their deficiencies for a period of time. Sometimes changes which are...
