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Join us for the 5th Annual Caregiver College!
Caregivers are often the unsung heroes to their loved ones and their community; this is why Caring Strategies has partnered with TARCOG Area Agency on Aging and the P.E.A.C.E. Coalition and many other community partners for the 5th Annual Caregiver College! This is a FREE event to celebrate, educate, and provide a break to family… Continue Reading
Planning Ahead for Aging Solo
You may have heard the term “elder orphans” during the last year or two. This term was coined to describe seniors who do not have a spouse or children who can assist them as their care needs change. It’s estimated that 22 percent of older adults today fall in this category, and the number will… Continue Reading
Strokes in Adults Under 45
“He’s too young to have a stroke!” is a common line you hear when someone under 45 unexpectedly experiences one. The risk increases with age, but people of any age can experience a stroke. May is World Stroke Month, and this year we’re taking a look at how strokes affect younger adults and how rehabilitation… Continue Reading
When Your Loved One With Dementia Lashes Out
As Mom’s Alzheimer’s disease progresses, the family are sometimes shocked by her behavior. Formerly the most gentle and calm of women, Mom has been making angry accusations and yelling at family members, even young grandchildren. Last week she threw a clock on the floor because she couldn’t read the time. People who have never had… Continue Reading