Former Weirton resident Donne Greco Paine, who resides on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina, has released a new book she believes those thorughout the Ohio Valley will find beneficial. Entitled, ...
The "sandwich generation" is traditionally defined as those who have a living parent and are either raising a child under age 18 or supporting an adult child. But you can broaden that definition for ...
As a caregiver, you play so many roles, from your loved one’s healthcare advocate to their constant companion to their de facto financial manager. But when giving too much of yourself leads to ...
Caregiving and in-home care experts are reminding families that they can support aging loved ones while taking care of ...
Alzheimer’s disease puts a significant burden on not only the nearly seven million people who have been diagnosed with it, but also the caregivers supporting them. More than 11 million Americans ...
Once you learn about your role as a caregiver, you will be better equipped to face the current and future needs of caring for the elder in your life. Two helpful publications are the following: ...
Family caregivers lead busy and, at times, stressful lives, often balancing work, their own kids and spouses, hobbies and more, all while ensuring their loved ones are happy and healthy. In ...
Combining caregiving with personal and everyday needs for someone with a disability, whether it be a child or adult, is challenging, said Janette Wheat, Cooperative Extension Program specialist and ...
Combining caregiving with personal and everyday needs for someone with a disability, whether it be a child or adult, is challenging, said Janette Wheat, Cooperative Extension Program specialist and ...