by Carol Ensminger | Aug 9, 2024 | Caregiving
Insufficient sleep or a lack of deep sleep can significantly impact your overall health and well-being, resulting in prolonged periods of low energy throughout the day. Consequently, essential tasks remain incomplete, there is an increased risk of daytime sleepiness,...
by Carol Ensminger | Aug 7, 2024 | Caregiving
When someone takes on the role of a caregiver, they commit to managing two schedules – their own and their loved one’s. Without assistance, many caregivers find themselves running around frantically, trying to squeeze in tasks while leaving others unfinished. By the...
by pddg_admin | Mar 19, 2024 | Caregiving, Community
Caring for someone with memory loss, whether due to dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other conditions, can be emotionally and physically challenging. In this journey, support plays a crucial role not only for the caregiver but also for the individual experiencing...
by pddg_admin | Dec 18, 2023 | Caregiving
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for caregivers, it can be a particularly challenging time. Balancing the responsibilities of caring for a loved one with the desire to create a festive atmosphere can be...
by pddg_admin | Nov 30, 2023 | Aging Seniors, Caregiving, Highlight
When considering in-home care, it’s easy to focus just on the cost of care. But many factors can affect the quality of your loved one’s care and your family’s overall care experience. Be sure you’re getting all the information you need to make the right home care...
by Carol Ensminger | Sep 26, 2023 | Caregiving, Community, Education, Sponsor Resources
Take a moment to reflect on what you do today for self-care? Spend time with friends/family, volunteer, eat well, exercise, meditate, do crafts, play or listen to music, keep a gratitude journal, get adequate sleep, etc.? Any ‘conscious’ act you take in order to...
