Monthly Archives: November 2011

Although most family members enjoy being able to provide elder care for their aging parents, many start to become run-down, as they are responsible for so many other areas – such as taking care of their own families and working … Continue reading →

For many, getting an early Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis can be overwhelming, though through new Alzheimer based exercise programs, many are coming together to show support and discuss what they’re going through, Democrat and Chronicle reports. Early detection means that people … Continue reading →

Being a caregiver requires a person to put their families and loved ones before themselves, and many do it without complaining or asking for help. To show support and appreciation for caregivers, members of The Coshocton County Caregiver Coalition honored … Continue reading →

Researchers found a link between a lack of a chaperone protein and the malfunctioning of a molecule in the brain that may lead to or enhance the effects Alzheimer's disease and could provide new clues for better dementia care. In … Continue reading →

As more women are taking on the responsibilities to provide elder care or spousal care to a loved one, researchers looked to find out if they are also taking care of themselves, and what effect staying healthy had on their … Continue reading →

A recent study conducted by the National Alliance for Caregiving and Center for Productive Aging from Towson University found that those dealing with elder care concerns took a significant amount of time away from their work, Forbes reports. The reports … Continue reading →

New methods of being able to determine whether or not a person is going to develop Alzheimer’s disease may help a caregiver take preventative measures to assist a loved one. A new study in the ACS’ Journal of Proteome Research … Continue reading →

Caregiving duties tend to fall on the women of the family, based on their nurturing instincts. However, a new study, published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, found that women caregivers may be at a higher risk of developing … Continue reading →