If you’re caring for someone with Alzheimer’s, then you should know about the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Their website is complete with events to raise awareness, local classes, a 24-hour helpline, and caregiving resources. Click on over … [Read more...] about Find local help from the Alzheimer’s Association
Caregiver Solutions
Caregiver advice: “Don’t expect others to know what your needs are.”
Remember this advice from a member of our Caregiver Circle panel, Helen Smith, physician office receptionist and patient support coordinator with Floyd Memorial Hospital Cancer Center.“Don’t expect other people to know what your needs are. You have to let them know, even if it is … [Read more...] about Caregiver advice: “Don’t expect others to know what your needs are.”
A helpful app for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers
Home Instead Senior Care has released Alz & Dementia, a free app about Alzheimer’s and other dementias, to accompany its book, Confidence to Care. Download the app for tips and practical advice compiled by experts as well as family caregivers. Also, get 24-hour caregiver … [Read more...] about A helpful app for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers
Do you know about these local resources for veterans?
The VA Hospital in Louisville offers a wide array of resources for those caring for a veteran. Go to Louisville.va.gov to find out about the Peer Support for Caregivers program, the Caregiver Support program, or just to browse the numerous resources available.What else you can … [Read more...] about Do you know about these local resources for veterans?
Don’t miss this inspiring caregiver event!
Need some caregiver inspiration? Don’t miss this event where you can hear author Allan Ament share his personal journal about learning to float as a caregiver and lessons learned along the way.When his wife suffered a debilitating stroke, Allan began a transformation from … [Read more...] about Don’t miss this inspiring caregiver event!