Are you a new caregiver? Here’s the first thing you should do

Evelyn Hunter, facilitator for the Floyd Memorial caregiver support group, and Terry Graham, registered nurse at Helping Hands Companion Services, give the top recommendations to consider when stepping into a caregiver role.

3 rules for new caregivers

Knowing when to take a break for a calming activity such as reading or walking is crucial.

If you suddenly find yourself in a caregiving role, remember these three basic tips.

Caregivers: Take advantage of this helpful option

“Take advantage of an adult daycare facility. My mother comes to the daycare here, and it’s been a real help for her to...

Does your loved one need care? Remember this advice

“I believe it’s our job in life to make sure our loved ones are cared for, but I don’t believe it’s our job to...

What caregivers can do when faced with the unknown

“With a diagnosis, whether it’s Alzheimer’s or any kind of a terminal illness, you’re faced with the unknown. You don’t know what’s ahead, but you know it’s not going to be easy. I would encourage people to...

Caregivers: Remember this critical tip

“When you’re caring for a loved one, it can be a slippery slope. You just keep sliding downhill and don’t even recognize that you’re falling until...