Does Your Parent Require a Special Diet?

Posted on May 29th, 2019 by Kathy Uveges

As your parent ages, a special diet may become necessary. If your mom has diabetes, her diet will need to focus on cutting sugar. If your dad has high blood pressure, you need to cut down on the amount of … Read More

Denial of Dementia? It’s More than That

Posted on May 28th, 2019 by Kathy Uveges

Family caregivers often ask, “how do you tell someone they have dementia?” In some cases, the answer may be that you simply can’t. Damage in the brain can cause people with Alzheimer’s, dementia, stroke, brain tumors, and other cognitive impairments … Read More

Caregiver of the Month

Posted on May 24th, 2019 by Kathy Uveges

We are pleased to announce our Caregiver of the Month, Johanna Poupard. Johanna grew up in Michigan and now lives in Wake Forest. She is the mother of two sons and has two grandchildren. She likes to knit, read, and … Read More

Four Questions to Ask Your Siblings Before Calling Home Care

Posted on May 24th, 2019 by Kathy Uveges

You feel it's time for your parents to have home care services. It's not an easy decision, but it's an important one. Before you make the call to arrange caregiver visits, hold a family meeting. There are four things that … Read More

Setting Boundaries as a Caregiver

Posted on May 17th, 2019 by Kathy Uveges

Boundaries give you a way to know and to understand what you can do and what you can’t do while you’re taking care of your senior. If you don’t already have strong boundaries, you might find that you’re feeling overwhelmed … Read More

A Trip of a Lifetime

Posted on May 10th, 2019 by Kathy Uveges

One of our caregivers, Christy Colebank, has returned from the trip of a lifetime after visiting China as an ambassador to the blind. Christy devoted 10-years teaching these individuals English which she considers her ministry and mission from God. Christy … Read More

Five Tips for Home Safety You Can’t Overlook

Posted on May 8th, 2019 by Kathy Uveges

Home safety, particularly for a senior family member, is such a broad arena for you to cover as a family caregiver. Taking the time to look at some specifics can help you to hit some of the most important areas … Read More

What You Need to Know About Huntington’s Disease

Posted on May 1st, 2019 by Kathy Uveges

In the past, doctors believed Huntington’s disease was rare. However, an estimated 30,000 people in the United States have the disease. Because of the progressive nature of the disease, it doesn’t just affect those who have it. It also affects … Read More