Research shows that maintaining a positive attitude can boost immunity, lengthen one’s lifespan, and increase the overall quality of life. Of course, staying positive is often easier said than done, especially in a world where aging is often viewed in a negative light.
Caregiving Starts With Taking Care of You
If you’ve recently taken on the role of caregiver, you may feel overwhelmed and uncertain about what the future holds. Despite your new responsibility, it’s crucial that you don’t stop caring for yourself as well. Early Planning Is Essential One
Aspen Senior Day Center has won the Daily Herald’s 2018 Best of Utah Valley!
The Best of Utah Valley competition is held each spring and readers nominate and vote on their favorite local businesses, services, and products in Utah County. The Daily Herald counts the votes, chooses the top three in each category and
“Self-Care” with the Help of a Caregiver Support Group
Of the many challenges that family caregivers must face on a daily basis, perhaps the greatest—and least addressed—is the mental and emotional health of the caregivers themselves. Self-care is often the last thing that caregivers address. However, living with stress,
Sundowning: How you can help your loved one
Behavior “Sundowning” or Sundowners Syndrome, is a term used to describe a state of confusion and anxiety which typically occurs during the early morning, late afternoon, or early evening when daylight and darkness are transitioning. Individuals may show any variety
Cargiver Burnout is REAL
Part of my job description as dementia caregiver (and one that is often overlooked or even unknown to many) is to informally assess/evaluate the actions, behaviors, responses, and demeanor of caregiver spouses and family members. I look deep into their