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Dementia and Alzheimer’s Myths and Facts

To be a good caregiver, knowing the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s myths and facts is necessary. Because there is still a lot we don’t understand about them, it is not surprising that myths and misinformation have spread, and you need to be aware of them. Myth: Herbal Supplements Can Cure Alzheimer’sFact: There are a...

Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s Disease is a condition that doesn’t just affect one individual but the entire family including those tasked with caregiving. Aside from the pain the individual is going through, his/her family has to deal with the grief and difficulty of watching someone they love suffer and decline. As a home care expert, your responsibility is...

Are You New to Caregiving? Read This!

As a home care expert for a loved one or a patient, you’re going to have to handle several responsibilities, and if you’re new to caregiving. it may seem overwhelming. In spite of the challenges however, caregiving is an emotionally rewarding experience, and there are things you can do to make the experience more enjoyable...

Purchasing a Medical Alert System - Part 4, Final Chapter

What follows is Part 4 of a 4 Part series that will explain the variations in medical alert products and what you should know before you buy… In the final installment of our series on Med Alert Systems, we’d like to offer a few quick tips on some of the items/features that are often overlooked...

Purchasing a Medical Alert System - Part 3

What follows is Part 3 of a 4 Part series that will explain the variations in medical alert products and what you should know before you buy… We continue our multi-part series on Med Alert systems with explanations of options and features that one should understand before making a purchase.  As you’ll recall, we previously...