When a loved one is confined to a bed, they will need assistance with everyday activities. In this post, we will go over how to care for a bedridden patient. Bedridden Patient Care at a Glance In this section, we will go over how to take care of a bedridden patient in simple terms before … Continued
Dear Allegra, Over the past seven years, I was the primary caregiver for my father, who had Alzheimer’s disease. At the time of his diagnosis, I had no real knowledge of the disease or the toll it would ultimately take on me. Watching my father’s decline was just heartbreaking. As my Dad’s illness progressed, it … Continued
Dear Allegra, My mother’s health has been declining over the past year. While she is still mentally alert, her physical health is failing. My husband and I are considering having her move in with us. Our children are grown and gone, and we are both retired. One concern I have is that my mother will … Continued
Dear Allegra, My oldest friend is a caregiver for her 85-year-old mother. I see the physical and emotional toll caregiving is taking on her. As we head into the holiday season, I’m struggling to find a truly meaningful gift for her. I’d like to give her something really special. Do you have any suggestions for … Continued
Dear Allegra, I am a nursing student at a local university. As I get closer to graduation, I am exploring my options for the future. Since I was a high school freshman, I’ve been a volunteer at an assisted living community. It’s something I truly enjoy. As I prepare for graduation, I’m contemplating a career … Continued
Dear Allegra, I work for a regional library with a very active community of retirees. Many of them are family caregivers for a spouse or elderly parent. We are working on an awareness campaign to honor their service and shine a spotlight on these unsung heroes. As part of this effort, we would like to … Continued
Dear Allegra, I recently finished training to be an in-home caregiver and started my first job as a professional caregiver! One of my instructors suggested setting caregiver goals for ourselves. I like this idea a lot, but I’m not sure how to get started. Can you share a few things I should consider as I start working … Continued
Dear Allegra, My 83-year-old mother lives alone in a home she’s owned for almost 40 years. She’s reached the point where she can’t manage it all on her own but says she doesn’t want to “burden” her family by asking for help with tasks and chores. We finally compromised: she will accept assistance from a … Continued
Dear Allegra, My mom was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. After looking at all of my personal and financial options, I have decided that it would be best for me to take on the role of an informal caregiver. This was a tough call to make, but I’m confident this is the best way to … Continued
Dear Allegra, My family and I spent part of our summer vacation visiting my mom. While we use video chat services to talk several times a week, we hadn’t seen her in person since Christmas. To say we were shocked to see how much her health has declined would be an understatement. In talking with … Continued