Heart Health in the African American Community

Managing heart health is a lifelong journey, but with the right knowledge, caregivers and their loved ones can help ensure a heart that matters. Whether you’re managing new or long-term conditions, consistency can improve overall well-being. Continuing the theme of heart health, I would like to share why caring for your heart matters, especially in […]

Heart Health for our Elderly Loved Ones

Happy Black History Month! February also marks Heart Health Month. If you’re concerned about heart health or cardiovascular care, you might have many questions regarding the necessary care. Building confidence in caring for your elderly loved ones begins with understanding what care they need when diagnosed with heart disease. There are many heart conditions, some […]

Highlighting the Memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is the message this week. We discuss caregiving through the lens of Dr. King. Dr. King stated, “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” Caregiving is often a faith walk with many uncertainties. We share his thoughts. We salute him because he […]

Caregivers-Starting the Year off Refreshed and Ready

The start of the year is a good time to evaluate challenges and opportunities in the caregiving space. It is also a time to develop or reevaluate your caregiving plan for a loved one. Every year brings new situations and circumstances. These can include new health findings, disease progression, falls, family matters, medication changes, changes […]

End of Year Reminder- The Importance of A Caregiver

We are closing another year, and what a year it has been! I acknowledge that the caregiving journey is not for the faint of heart. I further recognize that everyone can’t do it! But for those who can’t do it, they can certainly play a pivotal role in serving others—a lesson from Martin Luther King […]

End of Year Reminder- The Importance of A Caregiver

We are closing another year, and what a year it has been! I acknowledge that the caregiving journey is not for the faint of heart. I further recognize that everyone can’t do it! But for those who can’t do it, they can certainly play a pivotal role in serving others — a lesson from― Martin […]

Winter Weather Can Exacerbate Chronic Conditions

Happy holidays to all. There is a misconception that Texas doesn’t experience cold weather, but we Texans know that’s not true! This week is a great time to discuss how cold weather can affect health. Did you know that chronic conditions can worsen when temperatures drop? Our loved ones with ongoing medical conditions experience more symptoms […]

Caregivers, Beware of Holiday Neglect of Loved Ones

The holiday season is a time for gathering family and friends and looking forward to the excitement of giving and receiving gifts. Caregivers might feel held back in their excitement because the journey is 24/7, no matter the holiday season. Caregiver Neglect Caregiver neglect during the holidays is a reality( I know from personal experience). It […]

Caregivers, Beware of Holiday Neglect of Loved Ones

The holiday season is a time for gathering family and friends and looking forward to the excitement of giving and receiving gifts. Caregivers might feel held back in their excitement because the journey is 24/7, no matter the holiday season. Caregiver Neglect Caregiver neglect during the holidays is a reality( I know from personal experience). It […]

Caregivers- How Proactive Have You Been This Year?

Medium family and friends, welcome to December! We are closing in on another year, and much has been talked about to support you on your caregiving journey. Well, the question is…How Proactive Have You Been This Year? Caregiving Is Not A Sprint But A Marathon We know that the caregiving journey is not a sprint but […]