by ComfiKare HomeCare | Nov 26, 2024 | Alzheimer's Disease, Alzheimer’s Care, Caregiver Challenges, Caregiver Tips, Dementia, Respite Care, Senior Anxiety, Senior Care, Senior Health, Senior Independence, Senior Safety
“Laura, it’s so great to see you!” What a sweet greeting this would be…if you actually were Laura. More and more, Mom is confusing you with her sister, forgetting that you’re her daughter. When a loved one with dementia starts to lose memories and no longer recognizes...
by ComfiKare HomeCare | Oct 23, 2024 | Caregiver Tips, Chronic Disease, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, Personal Care, Senior Anxiety, Senior Care, Senior Depression, Senior Health, Senior Independence, Senior Safety
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...
by ComfiKare HomeCare | Oct 17, 2024 | Alzheimer's Disease, Alzheimer’s Care, Caregiver Tips, Chronic Disease, Dementia, Senior Anxiety, Senior Care, Senior Health, Senior Independence, Senior Safety
It’s a normal morning, and you’re helping Dad get ready for the day. You’ve picked out several options of outfits for him to choose from, but he balks and refuses to put on any of them. In fact, he’s been wearing the same outfit for several days now, despite your...
by comfikare | Sep 25, 2024 | Caregiver Tips, Chronic Disease, COPD, Diabetes, Home Care, Senior Anxiety, Senior Depression, Senior Health, Senior Safety
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...