Guilty as Charged – Guilt and Dementia Caregiver
Dementia caregivers have a very real risk for overwhelming feelings of guilt. Let’s talk about guilt, types of guilt, the effects of caregiving and steps to take to survive. **Sponsored […]
Dementia caregivers have a very real risk for overwhelming feelings of guilt. Let’s talk about guilt, types of guilt, the effects of caregiving and steps to take to survive. **Sponsored […]
For older persons, it is easy to rationalize behavior changes in early stages of dementia as a part of normal aging. Why would anyone want a diagnosis of progressive dementia? […]
The holidays are one of the most stressful times of the year under the best of circumstances. But this year is especially challenging due to COVID. Let’s talk about what […]
In this session I will explain what memory is, how it functions, and what happens to the brain during dementia. Exercises for keeping your healthy and normally aging brain strong […]
In this Caregiver Teleconnections by a clinical psychologist and co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers, we’ll discuss the importance of loosening the grip of our own memories of who our […]
Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia and Inappropriate Sexual Behavior […]
This series will follow the journey of the family caregiver during their loved one’s dementia care. Family caregivers of People With Dementia are confronted with numerous decisions regarding the care […]
Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia. CaregiverTeleconnection · Dementia and Delusions and Paranoia […]
Join “Dear Lucy” Lucy Barylak, MSW for this series where she will discuss how to deal with difficult behaviors of people with dementia.
The core elements for a solid family unit are trust, respect, caring, nurturing and love. The dynamics of family relationships are complex and confusing. A constant tug and pull of time, energy and devotion to creating a loving family is exhausting. Combine those “routine” struggles with that of caring for a loved one with dementia […]