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Dementia affects memory, cognition, and social abilities. If you are caring for someone with dementia, then you’ll need to deal with the symptoms and changes—cognitive, physical, and psychological—that come with this progressive disease. It’s Not Easy Caring for someone with dementia isn’t something that’s automatic, intuitive, or that will come

Transitioning into the caregiver role for your parents can be challenging at first. It is extremely important keep an eye out for drastic changes and to begin the transition as soon as you begin to notice red flags. It will be hard to tell your parents what to do or over-question them

As a caregiver, it is important to be as motivational as possible with your care recipient. With all the changes they might be going through, it may be tough for them to stay physically and mentally strong-minded by themselves. Considering more often than not, caregivers are the only sort of

Not everyone has the personality to become a caregiver, and that’s okay! If your loved one(s) are getting older and you’re starting to need more help taking care of them, it may be time to seek out caregiving services. Before you bring a caregiver on board, here are a few

Before you open up your home by becoming a foster parent for FSL’s Adult Foster Care clients, there are a few key aspects you should put into consideration. While the job is rewarding in its own ways, making sure you stay on top of the process is extremely important. What

In the U.S., there are about 5 million people who currently live with Dementia Alzheimer’s. And the numbers are only expected to rise, as the population continues to climb, with about one in every six women and one out of every ten men beyond the age of 55 developing the

Are you considering home care services for your loved one? If so, you may be wondering what to expect. Here are a few things that your local providers can do for you and your family: Respite for Caregivers Giving care to someone you love is something that can take a

Freshly prepared, ready to eat meals delivered right to your doorstep is more common than many people think. In 2018, FSL delivered nearly 8,000 home delivered meals to residents within the Peoria area. Residents who receive home-delivered meals can receive two meals (breakfast and lunch) anywhere from 2-5 days a week,

Along with aging comes a lot of challenges. Your body becomes frail and you start having mobility issues. Preparing meals, grooming yourself, or even cleaning the yard now takes up so much time and effort. If you see this happening to your parents, then it may be time to face

Having an older loved one living on their own can create a lot of anxiety. Questions often run through your mind—what if they fall? What if they forget to take their medicine? What if they have a heart attack or stroke? Many choose housing options for seniors to ensure proper

In the U.S. an estimated 11 percent of caregivers live at least an hour away from their loved one in need of care. Along with the everyday stress of managing their own busy schedule, comes the agony of being far away from their family member in case an emergency were