16 Sep Bible verses for you!
Do you help someone in palliative care, nursing home or a hospital? Do you need some strength? God is always here for you! Ask Him! You say God says ...
08 Sep What is a fidget blanket?
These are great for little kids or seniors who have Alzheimer's, dementia, in hospice care or need some help keeping busy. It gives the fingers and hands something to do. It can provide motor and sensory stimulation. Different activities reduce boredom and increase attention span...
25 Aug How to help kids through grief
Reading a story can help kids see they are not on their own and make them feel more normal with what they are going through. It can offer a safe way to open a conversation with kids about death and grief, in groups, as a...
17 Aug Connecting with a Confused Loved One
Look at your loved one, talk unhurriedly, and use short sentences Give step by step clarifications while assisting with things like changing clothes, taking a bath, and exchanging bed linens Give your loved one time to respond to your statements Tell them who you...
08 Aug How can animals help?
Pets have an age-old history of providing authentic camaraderie and displaying unreserved love for the people in their lives. This camaraderie and love forms a great emotional connection between animal and human. The connections that people share with pets can have positive outcomes: lowered nervousness and...
23 Jul 7 ideas of outdoor activities for caregivers and seniors
Focus on activities and interests that you and the elderly person you're caring for enjoy instead of the possible challenges that may come up. Appreciate the time you have together. Here are 7 ideas: Sporting event Fish for fun Be a tourist in your...
13 Jul 5 Easy Game and Puzzle Ideas for the Elderly
When choosing a game or puzzle, make sure it will not be frustrating to the senior. It is also key to choose games, puzzles and other activities that are suitable for adults. Card games: Using playing cards with large printed numbers makes it easy for...
05 Jul 3 Habits Of Stable Caregivers
Caregiving can provide uplifting moods to the caregiver. Here are just a few: Contentment: The deed of caring for another person can be an overwhelming but satisfying opportunity. Living in such an essential and gratifying role can offer the caregiver a sense of significance. The gift of time:...
27 Jun 5 Smart Summer Tips for Seniors
Summer for most people is a period of joy and rest. However for seniors, the temperatures and sun can be hazardous if the appropriate provisions aren't taken. Here are some good tips that seniors, along with their caregivers, can utilize to ensure they have an...
20 Jun 8 Tips for a Caretaker
It is imperative to deal with your own worry and welfare as a helpful family member or friend. So how does a caretaker look after themselves in grief? That hinges on you. Here are some tips to help you get started: Be reasonable about how...