Caring for a loved one with dementia can be emotionally and physically exhausting. Respite Care Charleston provides essential support through caregiver groups and half-day memory care programs, offering relief to families while ensuring a safe and engaging environment for those with dementia. By providing compassionate care and a community of understanding, these programs help caregivers find the balance they need.
Category: Dementia-Alzheimer’s
Planning for Caregiver Emergencies
Caregivers often overlook their own emergency planning. Learn how to prepare for unexpected situations to ensure the well-being of both you and your loved one.
Being Dementia Friendly: The Power In the Words We Use
Words matter, especially when supporting individuals with dementia. C. Angela Burrow, Consultant at the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, emphasizes the power of language in fostering inclusive, respectful communities. By avoiding terms like “sufferer” or “victim” and focusing on abilities rather than deficits, we can empower those living with dementia.
Home Care for People with Dementia – It’s Not About What They Can’t Do, But the Process!
By Heather Rahrig, RN, BSN, CMC, Director & Co-Owner Carepoint, Inc. Cognitive health is focused on a person’s ability to… Read more »
Being Dementia Friendly – Hispanics in the USA – Challenges & Cultural Differences
By C. Angela Burrow I spoke with my friend and gerontologist, Aida, recently. She educated me on some facts and… Read more »
I Promised I Would Never Do This
By Chris Cole “I promised I would never do this” is something we hear in our memory care communities time… Read more »
The Gift of Faith in the Face of Memory Loss
By Rev. Joseph Gaston, Chaplain with Donna Williams and Anna Hatcher – The Foothills Retirement Community, Easley, SC “The Lord… Read more »
Being Dementia Friendly: Striving to Live Well with Dementia
By C. Angela Burrow British actors Timothy and Prunella are celebrating 60 years of marriage, including about 20 years, living… Read more »
Being Dementia Friendly: It Takes A Village
Being Dementia Friendly: It Takes A Village Angela Burrow, CDP CADDCT CMDCP Aging in Place is now a mainstream strategy when… Read more »
Hitting the Road with Alzheimer’s
Sara Perry, Executive Director of Respite Care Charleston, offers valuable tips for traveling with a loved one who has dementia. The article covers practical advice on managing expectations, scheduling regular breaks, maintaining routines, and ensuring safety with essential travel items and identification. Learn how to navigate travel challenges while keeping your trip enjoyable and stress-free for everyone involved.
