by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be an emotionally challenging journey, especially when they experience agitation and anxiety. These behaviors are common, but that doesn’t make them any easier to handle. Understanding why they happen and learning how to...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Is Hospice for Someone with Dementia? If you are a dementia caregiver, you may have come across discussions about “Dementia Hospice” in online groups. But for many, the idea of hospice care, let alone dementia-specific hospice care, can be overwhelming and...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging. As the disease progresses, communication becomes more difficult, and it can often feel like the emotional connection you once shared starts to fade. But there’s one powerful tool that can help: storytelling. By...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Caring for a loved one with dementia is a profound act of love and commitment. However, transitioning to full-time caregiving can feel overwhelming. You’re not just stepping into a new role—you’re embarking on a journey filled with challenges, emotional hurdles, and...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia affect not only memory but also behavior, presenting challenges that can be confusing and exhausting for caregivers. These behaviors are symptoms of the disease, not reflections of the person’s character. In this blog,...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Helping Your Loved One Understand Dementia with Compassion The question hits you like a punch to the chest: “What’s happening to me?” Your loved one looks at you, their eyes filled with confusion and fear. Suddenly, the reality of dementia feels impossibly heavy. How...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Finding Peace Before It’s Too Late Caregiving for a loved one with dementia is a journey filled with both beautiful and challenging moments. For many dementia caregivers, unresolved feelings or old hurts can rise to the surface, creating tension and even anger. When a...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
My uncle loved telling his military stories. He served in the Navy during WWII, and even though it was a scary and dangerous time, he often said his time in the Navy was his favorite. Maybe it was the camaraderie, the adventure, or the pride he took in his role. Over...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Understanding Dementia: ADLs and IADLs Caring for someone with dementia can be a challenging journey, but understanding what they need help with can make things a little easier. Let’s talk about two important terms: ADLs and IADLs, and how these change as...
