by Old Billy
Dec 24 2012 in Caring for Parents by Old Billy
Merry Christmas Y’all, It’s Christmas Time and with that often brings caregivers mood swings dominated with depressing thoughts of what’s missing from Christmas past, not sharing and feeling left out from the holiday celebrations with friends. Fortunately I’ve never really experienced the drastic mood swings. I guess I’m one of the lucky ones or maybe [...]
by Denise
Dec 11 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
Over the past several years, my older sister has hosted Christmas Eve at her home. She invites our family and her husband’s family for a casual and festive get-together. Everyone chips in with a dish or dessert, the kids will break out a board game and the adults gossip and catch-up. The house is big [...]
by Denise
Dec 9 2012 in Spotlight by Denise
From our house to yours, we hope this holiday season brings you blessings and comfort. Thanks so much for being a part of Caregiving.com! Your presence is the best present. Related Articles Holiday Progressive Blog Party (caregiving.com) Holiday Survival Guide (caregiving.com) Webinar Follow-Up: What Will You Change This Holiday Season? (caregiving.com) Community Caregiving Journal (caregiving.com) [...]
by Denise
Dec 7 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
I can’t stop watching this video of Mariah Carey, Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, cute kids, classroom instruments and a catchy holiday tune. In case you haven’t seen this yet on YouTube, I thought you would enjoy this toe-tapping good time:
by Denise
Nov 29 2012 in Your Caregiving Journey by Denise
On Tuesday, Claire Day, our dementia care expert, joined me to share tips on managing the holidays on Your Caregiving Journey. You can listen to our show via the player below. During our show, Claire shared tips on how manage the special days during the holidays as well as the holiday season. The best way [...]
by Jane
Nov 23 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Jane
I have set up a Christmas Card Exchange Group. If you would like to participate by sending other caregiving.com members a Christmas card, just go here and sent me a request to join. I will then approve you and you can leave your address and wait for the cards to arrive in your mailbox and [...]
by Denise
Nov 23 2012 in Blog Party, Holiday Survival Guide, Spotlight by Denise
It’s a cook-free (and dirty dish-less!) Progressive Party. Throughout the week of December 9, we’ll stop by the blogs of family caregivers, dropping off holiday well-wishes and good cheer. Our party also includes companies that provides services and/or products to help family caregivers. Because no party is complete without presents, we’ve got prizes! We’re giving [...]
by Denise
Nov 23 2012 in Blog Party, Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
Are you a family caregiver with a blog? Between December 9 and 15, be a host in our Holiday Progressive Blog Party! It’s a cook-free party; instead of dishes, we’re sharing comfort and support. Throughout the week of December 9, we’ll stop by the blogs of family caregivers, dropping off holiday well-wishes and good cheer. [...]
by Denise
Nov 22 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving. I hope today brings a special moment when you can say, “Thank you.” Let us know about your Thanksgiving in our comments section, below. Related Articles Contest: Your Funniest Thanksgiving Moment (caregiving.com) Tell Us: Holiday Tips for the First-Time Family Caregiver (caregiving.com) Platitudes on Gratitudes (caregiving.com) How Anger [...]
by Denise
Nov 21 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
10 Reasons to Be Grateful for Your Caregiving Role 1. A built-in excuse to cut back on time spent with certain family members over the holidays. What a great way to cut down of these distasteful side dishes of judgments and opinions. Who needs those calories! 2. You’re crabby? Someone even ventures to question your [...]
by Denise
Nov 21 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
It might happen with your caree or another family member or with a turkey that’s too big. But, it will happen. Something will go horribly wrong and it will make a great after-Thanksgiving tale. We want to hear it. Beginning Friday, post your funniest Thanksgiving moment or conversation or gaffe. When you do, you’ll be [...]
by Denise
Nov 20 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
On Saturday, Holly, who cares for her husband, joined me for Table Talk as she does every third Saturday of every month. You can listen to our show via the player below. Holly and I discussed her holidays plans and the adjustments she makes to her traditions to accommodate her husband. Holly also shared the [...]
by Denise
Nov 19 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
Last night, during our chat on Twitter, we talked about our plans for Thanksgiving and the traditions about our day we enjoy. As I read the comments shared between family caregivers during our chat, I thought about the first Thanksgiving you face as a family caregiver. The holidays often become that benchmark, that reminder of [...]
by Denise
Nov 12 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
In 2008, I held a teleclass on Managing Holiday Stress. I pulled it up out the archives today so you can download to listen on your computer or your smart phone or mp3 player. I’ve also added it to our Holiday Stress Guide. Before listening to the podcast, consider: 1. What you dread about the [...]
by Denise
Nov 12 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide, Spotlight by Denise
You sit expectantly by the window in your living room, watching for the blue van that brings your daughter and her family for their visit. Although the holidays are hectic, this is the part of the season you relish: The opportunity to see those family members and friends who rarely drop by anymore. These visits [...]
by Denise
Nov 10 2012 in Your Caregiving Journey by Denise
On Thursday, Ellen Rogin, our wealthness expert, joined me for our monthly chat on Your Caregiving Journey. You can listen to our show via the player below. We talked about being comfortable with the amount of you have to spend on holiday gifts this year, giving thoughtful gifts rather than expensive ones, and receiving gifts [...]
by Denise
Nov 2 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
The room spun. Heather found herself looking at the turkey in the oven; two empty pans on the stove; her husband, in his wheelchair, handing her a potholder; and her daughter and her family coming through the backdoor—all with muddy boots. She’s not sure what did it for her: The empty pots which reminded her [...]
by Denise
Nov 2 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
It’s the holidays! What would a good, decadent, calorie-laden meal be without a case of red face, churning stomach and steam pouring from your ears? There’s no time like the holidays for a good dose of button pushing. And, your family members can push your buttons like no one else. How often do your buttons [...]
by Denise
Nov 2 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
You’re already walking your “holiday” walk—slumped forward, as if the weight of planning and preparing for the holidays rests squarely on your shoulders. The approaching holiday season is stressful anyway, but with your concerns and worries and caregiving responsibilities, the stress can be overwhelming. When planning for this year’s holiday season, keep in mind the [...]
by Denise
Nov 2 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
A holiday visit may provide a closer look into your aging relative’s life and routine. And, sometimes that look yields concern. Your aging relative may need more help if: 1. You find that some bills, such as for utilities, have been unpaid. 2. You find a stack of unopened mail. 3. The refrigerator is stocked [...]
by Denise
Nov 2 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
It’s coming: The holiday season. Unfortunately, stress and frustration seem to come as well. As you think about the upcoming holiday season, consider: What do you want? Perhaps you’d like a year off and would like another family member to host a holiday. Or, perhaps you’d like to host a holiday (it’s easier than transporting [...]
by Denise
Nov 2 2012 in Holiday Survival Guide by Denise
Often, the relatives you see the least can be the family members who try your patience and sanity the most. It’s your husband’s sister, who calls only twice a year, but insists on chastising you for not providing the “best care” for her brother. These encounters don’t seem so bad over the telephone. But, face-to-face, [...]
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