Category: CAREGIVING TIPS
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Let’s Talk Alzheimer’s with Elaine Scholly
April 29, 2025 | 3 Minute Read
Elaine Scholly, a family caregiver, author, and dementia educator, shares her personal journey through Alzheimer's in her book Alzheimer’s: Be Aware and Prepared, Caregiving at Any Age. A longtime volunteer with the Alzheimer’s Association, Elaine is dedicated to supporting dementia family caregivers with education, encouragement, and practical advice. Her new video series, Let’s Talk Alzheimer’s, offers helpful guidance for those navigating caregiving at any age.
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To Dementia Care Partners – Stop Arguing: Focus on Winning the War not Fighting the Battles
April 16, 2025 | 11 Minute Read
Are you finding yourself stuck in the same arguments with your loved one, feeling exhausted and unheard? You’re not alone. Dementia and other age-related changes can impact how someone sees the world and responds to it. Aging and dementia care educator Elaine Poker-Yount encourages care partners to step back, reassess, and shift their mindset from controlling outcomes to fostering understanding. When you change the way you approach conversations, you reduce frustration and create a deeper emotional connection for both of you.
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Care Partners vs. Care Givers – Why It Matters
March 5, 2025 | 13 Minute Read
Elaine Poker-Yount, Aging and Dementia Care Educator at Successful Aging AZ, challenges us to rethink our role in supporting a loved one with dementia. Are we care givers, focused on tasks, or care partners, fostering connection and autonomy? Shifting from doing things for someone to doing things with them preserves dignity, encourages engagement, and strengthens relationships. Who do you want to be in your loved one’s journey? This simple mindset shift can make all the difference.
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Love Always: A Valentine’s Day Reminder for Caregivers
February 14, 2025 | 10 Minute Read
This Valentine’s Day, take a moment to honor the love you share with your loved one, even as caregiving brings new challenges. The love may look different now, but it remains just as strong and meaningful. Remember, it's okay to ask for help and take breaks. Respite care is a valuable resource, allowing you to recharge while ensuring your loved one continues to receive the care they deserve.
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How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor’s as a Caregiver
February 3, 2025 | 13 Minute Read
Navigating the healthcare system as a caregiver can be overwhelming, but advocating for yourself and your loved one ensures they receive the best care. Advocacy involves asking questions, seeking alternative options, and utilizing resources like pharmacists, nurses, and administrative staff. Duet offers caregiver support groups and peer mentoring to help you feel more confident in your role.
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7 Ways to Find Hope as a Caregiver in 2025
January 7, 2025 | 12 Minute Read
What are your goal's for 2025? Inspired by Dr. Pauline Boss’s book Loving Someone with Dementia, here are 7 ways you can find hope and sets goals to navigate the challenges of caregiving with practical tips and emotional support.
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Developing Resilience as a Family Caregiver
February 1, 2024 | 5 Minute Read
Based on the work of Dr. Aaron Blight and used with permission. Resilience is a remarkable trait that enables caregivers to adapt and persevere through challenging circumstances. These unsung heroes continue to provide care and support to their loved ones, even when the path ahead seems daunting. But what lies behind the development of caregiver […]
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The Pattern of Caregiver Development
February 1, 2024 | 4 Minute Read
Based on the work of Dr. Aaron Blight and used with permission. Navigating the role of a caregiver is akin to embarking on an intricate journey through uncharted terrain. Caregivers aren’t born with an innate knack for caregiving; instead, they grow into their roles, often in response to the evolving health conditions of their loved […]