How-Tos

How To Help Your Loved One Get In and Out of the Car Safely

How To Help Your Loved One Get In and Out of the Car Safely

Posted by Chad Birt on Mon May 22 2023

As a family caregiver, getting your loved one where they need to go may be one of your main responsibilities. But, if your loved one has limited mobility, safely getting them in and out of the car can present real risks. Read More


How to Know How Many Calories to Eat

How to Know How Many Calories to Eat

Posted by Chad Birt on Mon Jul 31 2023

If you or your loved one need to gain, lose, or maintain weight, you also need to know how many calories to consume daily. Read More


How to Avoid Type 2 Diabetes

How to Avoid Type 2 Diabetes

Posted by Chad Birt on Mon Jul 31 2023

Learning that you have high blood sugar can be worrisome. But it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re destined to develop type 2 diabetes. Read More


How to Choose Care For a Loved One With Alzheimer’s

How to Choose Care For a Loved One With Alzheimer’s

Posted by Alzheimer's Association on Thu Jun 01 2023

Like Alzheimer’s disease, the caregiving needs of someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia will progress over time. The more caregivers anticipate disease-related changes and educate themselves about caregiving options and resources in their local communities, the better prepared they will be to ensure their loved one or family member remains safe while getting the care they need. Read More