There are many unpaid family caregivers in the workforce who are juggling a full-time job and caregiving. According to the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers, up to 22% of the US labor force is made up of family caregivers and most caregiver employees are full-time….
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Informational Blog Posts
Caregivers and the Holidays
Just turn on the radio during the holiday season and you are bound to hear it, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” However, for many unpaid family caregivers, this quickly becomes the most stressful time of the year. According to a Holiday Caregiving…
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Our Answers to Frequently Asked Questions From Family Caregivers
It’s no secret that caregiving can be overwhelming and, whether you have been a caregiver for a few days or many years, you may still have questions. Continuous learning is an important part of being a caregiver and often the more knowledge you have, the…
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WIRY Radio Interview with Kim Comisky & Sgt. Andrew Betrand
Listen to a WIRY Radio interview with the Assistant Director of the Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Initiative, Kim Comisky, and Sgt. Andrew Bertrand from the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office. They discuss Project LifeSaver, a program that provides a timely response to save lives and reduce…
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How to Manage Caregiver Stress
The demands of caregiving can be extremely stressful. According to the 2021 Alzheimer’s Association Facts and Figures Report, 59% of “family caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias rated the emotional stress of caregiving as high or very high.” That level of stress can…
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WIRY Radio Interview With Kristen Osterhoudt at the Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Initiative
January 22nd, 2022 – Listen to a WIRY Radio interview with the Project Coordinator of the Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Initiative, Kristen Osterhoudt. She gives a program overview of the services that we offer and answers some commonly asked questions about dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
What To Do If You Notice Signs Of Dementia In Your Family Member?
While celebrating the holidays with the family, some of you might have noticed changes in your elderly family members, including parents or grandparents, that may be normal aging or a cause for concern. If you observed things like frequent short-term memory loss, confusion or disorientation,…
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What to Expect When You Attend a Caregiver Support Group
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be an overwhelming task, even for experienced caregivers. The challenges that come with the different stages of dementia can take an emotional and physical toll on a loved one’s caregiver. It’s important for caregivers…
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5 Tips for Improving Communication Between Those with Dementia and Their Caregivers
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, they can experience a variety of symptoms as the disease progresses over time. One of the most common symptoms associated with the progression of dementia is deterioration in communication. Over time, the communication skills of those with…
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Understanding Dementia Risk Factors and Managing Symptoms
We all want to lead a healthy lifestyle, and a major part of keeping our bodies strong and healthy includes our mental well-being. As we get older, the concern of being diagnosed with dementia looms, and while there are no ways to eliminate its diagnosis…
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