Aging in Place Matters for Loved Ones
Aging in place allows loved ones to maintain a portion of independence and familiarity with their safe environment. It has also been reported to improve their mental health and their overall well-being. As we can imagine, getting older can create feelings of life-changing circumstances and often create feelings of depression and anxiety. Helping loved ones […]
A Final Message for Heart Health Month
We are ending Heart Health Month, but we are not ending our responsibility to take care of our own hearts and those of our loved ones. The muscle in our chest demands our daily attention. To take care of it, we are commanded to pay attention to what matters. What does that look like in […]
The Month to Reset Your Caregiving Duties
Welcome, readers, to the month of March. March is considered an adjustment month. We have sprung forward. We have left Winter behind us. We expect warmer weather. We can prepare for the new season. caregiving duties as our elders age, and some may decline. Health awareness and care should be top of mind. Ask yourself, what […]
Myocardial Infarction in the African American Community
Cardiovascular disease is a broad medical term for a range of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. As we continue to highlight Heart Health Month in February, I would like to focus on a specific heart condition. Myocardial infarction (heart attack) occurs more often than we like to think. Not only do younger people […]
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 […]