Caring for a Loved One with Heart Problems
The Heart Health Month theme continues with caring for a loved one with heart conditions. It can be challenging and requires a long-term commitment of
The Heart Health Month theme continues with caring for a loved one with heart conditions. It can be challenging and requires a long-term commitment of
One of my pet peeves is home safety when caring for elderly loved ones. One of the most common causes of falls in the home
As we all know, trustworthy caregivers don’t always wear capes; they wear stethoscopes. Since February is Black History Month, I want to reflect on the
Are you prepared to take on the responsibility of caring for a family member? Can you handle the commitment that comes with the role? Have
Proactive preparation in the care of elders is one of the less-traveled approaches in the caregiving space. Mainly, because we live in a reactive society.
With the passing of Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson on New Year’s Eve and the report of what caused her death, I felt it necessary to
Caring for a spouse, aging parent, or person with kidney disease might feel overwhelming. State of mind and knowledge attainment are the two ways to
Happy New Year! Last year has come and gone, but the world of caregiving continues to be top of mind for all caregiver advocates. You may
Whenever you hear or read “Tis the Season,” it tells us it’s the season for Christmas — a joyful reminder to share the meaning of Christmas
Dr. Cynthia J. Hickman, is Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate. I am an Author, Educator, Speaker, Consultant. As a registered nurse by profession, one would think caring for a loved one in the home would be simple. One would think my expertise as a nurse well-equipped me. Yes, my nursing career provided guidance, but 24/7 care in the home uncovered more than staying on top of activities of daily living(ADL).