As I write this, the temperature in Dallas, Texas continues to rise above 100 degrees for the last few weeks. I have seen my car thermometer hit 115 degrees. Needless to say, our family summer activities are planned around the heat.
Record summer heat temperatures have been set across the ...
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Monday the 16th, 2010 at 2 p.m.We are excited about the many happenings on CAREjourney.com. You have not heard much from us lately. But, you have been on our minds. We have been creating your site for your CAREjourney.
CareGivers can now register and complete the online assessment in preparation for our launch. Soon, those ...
Read More Monday the 12th, 2010 at 4 p.m.Going to the doctor can be quite stressful. But when you are taking your parents to the doctor, the stress factor is off the charts! As with other aspects of caring for your parents, going to the doctor can take on its on dynamic. In order to alleviate some of ...
Read More Monday the 14th, 2010 at 8 a.m.“Help, I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” Many of us recall this phrase from a commercial scene of an elderly person falling and pushing a security button that alarms someone to call for help. Sometimes, we even joke about it when we need help up off the ...
Read More Monday the 24th, 2010 at 8 a.m.A consistent challenge caregivers face is encouraging good nutrition, or just making sure the person they are caring is eating a healthy meal. Individuals being cared for may not be motivated or even want to eat. It is important to make sure there is not a medical reason for not ...
Read More Monday the 17th, 2010 at 12 p.m.This week is National Drinking Water Week. As communities are celebrating and focusing on one of our most precious national resources, CAREjourney.com is exploring the health benefits.
As we care for our loved ones, and try to care for ourselves, it is important to consider the benefits of water ...
Read More Monday the 3rd, 2010 at 1 p.m.As CareGivers, we may feel that our tasks are endless and we continually focus on the needs of those we are caring for rather than tending to our own needs. April 16th is National Stress Awareness Day. In honor of this day, CAREjourney.com is addressing CareGiver stress and ...
Read More Thursday the 15th, 2010 at 9 a.m.My grandfather passed away peacefully June 2009. He died like most of us would want: at home, after dinner, in his favorite chair while reading a book. This fact has brought me comfort over the past year, but I cannot say it has helped the depth of grief I have ...
Read More Saturday the 10th, 2010 at 9 a.m.It’s time to step outside, take a deep breath of air and enjoy springtime! You may be a Family CareGiver, a CareGiver taking care of a client, or an individual needing care. Regardless, a dose of sunshine does wonders. On those sunny springtime days, you can see the bright ...
Read More Friday the 2nd, 2010 at 9 a.m.Having worked with many family caregivers who want to help their loved ones stay independent and in their home as long as possible, I noticed they share the commonality of significant stress. Family caregivers are trying to respect the wishes of their loved ones while keeping them safe and physically ...
Read More Thursday the 25th, 2010 at 9 a.m.February is National Heart Month. During these last few days of the month, discover how you as a CareGiver can become more heart healthy. All month media has been flashing statistics and data concerning heart disease. We hear how important it is to have a healthy lifestyle. If you are ...
Read More Friday the 19th, 2010 at 9 a.m.
