by Lisa Krauss | Jan 17, 2025 | Aging in Place, Caregiver Burnout, Spouse Caregiver
Being a caregiver to your loved one can be wonderful, true; but it can also be one of the most emotionally and physically demanding jobs you’ll ever do. It’s not always the storybook depiction of unwavering smiles and quiet strength. There are real hardships: moments...
by Lisa Krauss | Dec 20, 2024 | Aging Life Care, Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Support, Holidays
The holidays are meant to be a joyful time, but for caregivers, they can bring extra stress and responsibilities. Balancing caregiving duties with the season’s demands often leads to exhaustion. To ensure you can care for your loved ones while also enjoying this...
by Lisa Krauss | Mar 22, 2024 | Aging Life Care, Aging Parent, Caregiver, Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Stress, Caregiver Support, Caregiving, Caring for Parent, Family Caregiver, Family Dynamics, Family Memories
Our team of professional Aging Life Care Managers® serve families in Southbury, Connecticut, and the surrounding community. We help families navigate healthcare, manage dementia or Alzheimer’s, mobility issues, disabilities or other challenges coupled with aging or...
by Lisa Krauss | Apr 18, 2023 | Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Stress, Caregiver Support, Spouse Caregiver, Stress, Stress & Anxiety
As our loved ones age, the responsibility of care often falls on family members, particularly spouses. It can be a challenging and emotionally draining experience, particularly for those who have already devoted a significant amount of their lives to taking care of...
by Lisa Krauss | Jan 23, 2023 | Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Stress, Caring for Parent, Family Dynamics, Health and Safety, Health and Wellness, Health Assistance, Health Care Decisions, Senior Health, Stress, Stress & Anxiety
Jackie began caring for her mother, Marie, after she returned home from a rehabilitation stay. Marie had fallen at her apartment, when she was pivoting to open the pantry door. Her foot got stuck on the carpet and even though her body made the turn, her hips and leg...
by Lisa Krauss | Apr 19, 2022 | Aging Life Care, Caregiver, Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Stress, Caregiver Support, Caregiving, Health and Wellness, Isolation, Lifestyle, Senior Health, Stress, Stress & Anxiety
There are many components to caregiving, and many responsibilities that go along with it. Caregiving can be a very rewarding experience, but many caregivers often face challenges that leave them feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and alone. Caregiving duties tend to take...
