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How to tell if memory loss is normal or an early sign of dementia
Are you seeing signs of dementia in a loved one? A certain amount of memory loss is a normal part of the aging process. But if memory issues start to impair function or relationships, it’s time to take a closer look. Read more
When adults receiving care feel like a burden
Very often, older adults are aware of how difficult it is for those who are helping with their care. Many are upset about it, even if they can't or won't talk about it. And some, "freely use the word burden to describe themselves in relation to their caregivers." Read more
Help when you need it: Paid family and medical leave in Massachusetts
As a family caregiver, you’re likely familiar with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). But did you know that the Massachusetts’ Paid Family and Medical Leave (MA PFML) law was enacted in 2018? It went into effect just last year, in 2021, and it’s one of the most generous in the country. Read more
Technology to help you with caregiving
The correct technology can help make caregiving more manageable. But with so much available, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Consider these caregiving technologies your starting point. Read more
Essential documents to formalize caregiving arrangements
No one wants to imagine being mentally or physically unable to make health care and financial decisions independently. And many people assume that, even if it did come to pass, an informal caregiving arrangement would be enough to manage the situation.
But in most cases you need more than that. Attorney Frederick M. Misilo Jr., an elder law specialist, recommends you use these 4 documents to plan ahead--and make a dramatic difference for you, for your loved one and for the whole family. Read more
Coping with compassion fatigue
Compassion fatigue has been described as caregiver burnout, but it’s more than that. Fortunately, even though this problem is often misunderstood, there are ways you can fend it off. Read more
After a diagnosis of dementia
Before your loved one’s dementia was diagnosed, you may have interpreted the behavior you saw as inattention or disinterest. Now that you know, you can consider next steps, planning and the best ways to communicate with your loved one. Read more
How caregivers benefit from mindfulness
Caregiving can make you feel like you’re on autopilot; you just get done what needs to be done, with no time for yourself. Practicing mindfulness may help you find new ways to appreciate your surroundings—even under difficult circumstances—and provide you with health benefits at the same time. Read more
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