Senior Depression Archives

The Reality of Family Caregiving for Cancer Patients

A cancer diagnosis affects far more than just the person who receives it. Whether it happens suddenly or after weeks of uncertainty, life takes a sharp turn—one that often leads loved ones into caregiving roles they didn’t expect. If you’ve found yourself taking on this role, you’ll quickly discover that family caregiving for cancer patients […]

A woman stands with her aging mother, concerned about sundowning triggers as the sun starts to set.

Are Medications One of the Sundowning Triggers You’re Overlooking?

The day is winding down. Dinner is finished, the kitchen’s clean, and you’re finally settling in for some well-earned rest. Then it happens—your family member with dementia becomes unsettled. They’re pacing. Anxious. Confused. Maybe even angry. You’ve seen this shift before, and no matter how patient you are, it feels like nothing gets through. This […]

A woman sits with her father, helping him with some of the non-movement symptoms in Parkinson’s.

Beyond Tremors: Non-Movement Symptoms in Parkinson’s Disease

When most people think about Parkinson’s disease, tremors or difficulty moving likely come to mind first. But if you are caring for a family member with Parkinson’s, you may have noticed they’re dealing with much more than just movement issues. Non-movement symptoms in Parkinson’s, such as cognitive changes, depression, and sleep problems, can have just […]

A senior man takes a puff of his inhaler as he manages his comorbidities, a key aspect of supporting a loved one with COPD.

Supporting a Loved One With COPD: Understanding Comorbidities and Care

Watching a senior loved one manage the daily challenges of COPD is not easy. You see them struggle with breathlessness and fatigue, and you want to do whatever you can to help. What you might not realize is that COPD often brings along other health issues, known as comorbidities, which have to be addressed and […]