Trusted books, articles, and courses to expand your caregiving knowledge.
Curated books, articles, online courses, and workshops to deepen your caregiving knowledge reviewed and recommended by healthcare professionals.
A strong care plan does not focus only on the person receiving care it must also support the caregiver. Too often, family caregivers put their own needs last, believing they must be available every moment of every day.
When someone you care for experiences hallucinations or delusions, it can feel confusing and unsettling. Responding with calm and kindness helps create safety and comfort for both of you.
Ambiguous loss describes a loss that lacks clear closure or understanding. It’s a loss that remains unclear, leaving us in a state of uncertainty.
Am I doing enough? Should I have been more patient? Why do I feel resentful?” If these questions echo in your mind, you are not alone. Caregiver guilt is a heavy, silent companion for many of us supporting people living with dementia. It can feel isolating, but it is a common and understandable response to an incredibly demanding role.
