By Jennifer Melville, Director of Marketing at Concierge Care Advisors The Profound Beauty of Dementia Memory Cue Boxes & Memory Boxes Each month, our company gathers for an all-staff meeting at a retirement community in the greater Seattle area. As someone who works remotely most of the time, I look forward to these opportunities—not only […]
Balancing Caregiving for an Elderly Parent and a Career
Caring for an elderly parent while maintaining a full-time career is a challenge that many individuals, particularly those in the sandwich generation, face today. The dual responsibility of caregiving and professional obligations can lead to immense stress, emotional exhaustion, and a feeling of being perpetually overwhelmed. However, with the right resources, strategies, and support, it […]
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Strategies for Preventing Caregiver Burnout
Strategies for Preventing Caregiver Burnout Caring for a loved one is a noble endeavor, but it can also be incredibly demanding and exhausting. Caregivers often find themselves overwhelmed by the responsibilities and emotional challenges they face. This can lead to caregiver burnout, a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. Understanding the stages of caregiver […]
Stress and The Senior Move
Finding Relief: How Care Advisors Simplify the Transition to an Adult Family Home Stress can be defined as a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. One of the most stressful scenarios is moving a loved one out of their home because it’s no longer safe. By the time someone transitions […]
A Holistic Approach to Self-Care for Full-Time Caregivers
By Chanda Hickman, Certified Concierge Care Advisor The Caregiver’s Guide: How to Balance Elder Care and Self-Care with Resilience Caring for an elderly family member full-time is a commendable but intricate responsibility. It requires caregivers to balance meeting their loved one’s needs with protecting their own well-being. Without the right strategies, caregiving can take a […]
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What Does Self-Care Look Like to You?
By Marta Street, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Caregiver Burnout is Real: How to Practice Self-Care Before It’s Too Late Many of my clients come to me overwhelmed, tired, and dangerously close to burnout. One of the first questions I always ask is: “What are you doing for yourself?” The answer is almost always the same: […]
Breaking Promises for Better Outcomes
By Vannah Rose Roberto, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Breaking the Promise: Finding the Right Care When It’s Time I meet with many families who struggle with tough decisions because of promises they made to their loved ones. These promises often sound familiar: “I promise I will take care of you when you’re older,” or “I […]
A Place of Love
By Andrea Bloom, MSW, Director of Patient Care and Transitions at Concierge Care Advisors When Caring for a Loved One Means Letting Go: A New Perspective on Senior Care The Emotional Dilemma of Caregiving: Love vs. Practical Care As someone who works closely with families navigating senior care, I often tell primary caregivers, spouses, and […]
Deciding to Be the Primary Care Giver
By Alessandra Ramirez, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Deciding to Be the Primary Caregiver: What You Need to Know The Challenges of Being a Primary Caregiver Becoming a primary caregiver for a loved one is a deeply personal and noble choice. It often stems from a place of love and responsibility, but it is also a […]
Disaster Prep: Caring for Dementia or Alzheimer’s Patients
By Donna Mischke, Director of Family Services at Concierge Care Advisors Emergency Preparedness for Caregivers of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Patients As extreme weather conditions continue to impact the United States, it’s a timely reminder of the importance of emergency preparedness—especially for those caring for loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Whether it’s record-breaking cold, snowstorms, […]
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