Celebrating a Life: Blog

Caring for a loved one with dementia poses many challenges for family caregivers who may not understand the progression of the disease.

According to the Mayo Clinic, dementia is an umbrella term for a wide range of symptoms that interfere with daily...

Statistics show one in four people will serve as a family caregiver at some point in their life. Some assume this role after a sudden illness or injury, while others step up when an aging loved one simply cannot care for his or her self anymore.

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There comes a time when an aging loved one is no longer able to care for themselves. In this case, it’s common for family members to move their loved one out of their own home and into an alternate living situation, like a senior care facility.

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Many of us are familiar with the scenario when young adults move back in with their parents. But, have you considered that many years later, you may have your parents move in with you? Following a sudden injury or illness, family caregivers often...

When a loved one is diagnosed with a life-limiting illness, many of us want to provide them with the highest quality of comfort in the final days, weeks and months. That’s where hospice care comes in.

Hospice care is designed to focus on the quality...

When a family member takes on the responsibility of providing comfort and care for an aging loved one, it alters many aspects of their own life. Caregiving requires the individual to reassess their personal and professional priorities to tend to the...

Today, nearly 40 million Americans serve as family caregivers for an aging or ailing parent.

It’s not uncommon for an aging loved one to be in denial over their need for assistance because they don’t want to lose their independence. But, asking for...

If you’re providing comfort and care for an aging or ailing loved one, it’s likely you stepped into a caregiver without any formal training. Yet, you saw the need and willingly came forward to fulfill it.

While you may not have envisioned yourself...

The summer months in Cleveland are an exciting time to get outside and enjoy the weather.

While this may be enjoyable for most people, seniors need to take a few extra precautions during the warmer months to stay safe.

Last year, MetroHealth reported

Did you know nursing care facilities have a median turnover rate of 43%?

For someone who hasn’t served as a professional caregiver, it may be difficult to understand the responsibilities that come with this role.

Caregiving is a mixed bag of trials...