Dr. Tam Cummings explains what Compassion Fatigue is and offers a simple test where caregivers can see if they might be showing signs of this common but rarely spoken about medical condition.
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I Hope You Dance
We are physical, intellectual and spiritual beings. Don’t neglect to take care of yourself on any of these levels. When it comes to the physical side, find the outlet that works best for you – but I hope you dance!
Between Heaven & The Real World
Steven Curtis Chapman’s music speaks to my heart and encourages me to appreciate each moment I have left with Glen before the clock strikes midnight – Kim Campbell
It’s not you, it’s the dementia
Guest contributor Dr. Tam Cummings helps us understand and put a loved-one’s actions in to the context of dementia to lessen the caregiver’s stress and heartache.
Helpful iPad Apps for Alzheimer’s
Research shows that the use of iPads by people with dementia and Alzheimer’s can improve cognitive, mobility and communication skills. Guest contributor Jared Banz compiles his Top 5.
There’s No Me Without You
With Valentine’s Day approaching, I was thinking about how wonderful it is to be in love and what a gift it is to be able to express your love to someone. Glen’s song, There’s No Me Without You, took on a deeper meaning for both of us as his sense of self began to diminish due to Alzheimer’s.
A Beautiful Love Song
Our job as caregivers is to help our loved ones finish their song. Although this song was not written by Glen, the words spoke to me as If they came directly from his heart.
Turn Turn Turn
Perhaps it’s serendipitous that Glen played guitar on this Byrds record more than 50 years ago and it’s just now resonating with me as a caregiver. As the seasons turn, so must we turn away from defeat and depression as caregivers.
Baked Salmon New Year’s Recipe
Brittany Sturrett helps Kim Campbell with her New Year’s resolution to become a better cook by sharing her easy and delicious recipe for Baked Salmon.
Enjoy The Moment
For people with dementia, every day is the same. There’s a unique peace to not being burdened with the pressures of time passing. Maybe caregivers can learn from this unexpected advantage…
Finding Heavenly Peace
Relating the challenges and story of Mary and Joseph with the responsibilities of Caregivers helps us find meaning and inspiration during the holidays. Wishing everyone Peace and a Merry Christmas from Kim Campbell and CareLiving.org!