As the year comes to a close, most caregivers don’t stop to reflect. They’re too busy keeping everyone else safe, fed, and supported. But taking a few minutes for a
Mother’s Day is a special occasion to honor and celebrate the incredible contributions mothers make to our lives. For many, it’s also a time to recognize a unique and often
It’s easy for family members to realize that they’ve sacrificed most of their own wants and needs to prioritize caring for a family member. It may seem normal, then, to
As a family caregiver, handling normal responsibilities on top of caring for family members can feel like juggling flaming swords and knives. It’s natural for family members to become overwhelmed
The results of maintaining some form of exercise regimen throughout aging are remarkable; however for people that have Parkinson’s, it might truly be a game-changer regarding the progression associated with
April is National Stress Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact of stress on our well-being. For caregivers, the demands of caring for a loved one can lead to
Multiple sclerosis (MS) has no cure. Hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. are diagnosed with the condition – upwards of 400,000 people, in fact, and of that, 86
As Jane Austen once said, “There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort.” For seniors living with MS (multiple sclerosis) or another chronic health condition, maintaining as much
We all share a common desire to leave behind a world that’s better than we found it. One impactful way to achieve this is to leave a lasting legacy to
When a doctor has to break the news of an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, it doesn’t just impact the person being diagnosed. It affects all of their loved ones. It’s imperative for
As someone caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, you understand the importance of flexibility, patience, and expecting the unexpected. On any given day, the individual could experience a broad
There are many different types of brain injuries, but certain behavioral changes are common no matter what type of injury occurred. Some problematic behaviors may be more or less likely
Dakota Home Care is thrilled to announce that two of our dedicated caregivers, Michelle Wheeler and Becky VanderVorst, have been nominated for the prestigious Home Care Association of America (HCAOA)
Two of the most well-intended but unhelpful phrases spoken during a health crisis for a friend or family member are: “If you need anything, just call me,” or “What can
A poor transition from the hospital to home is often the reason for unplanned, expensive, and often traumatic readmissions, many of which could have been prevented. Quality in-home healthcare can
