Caregiver tips: Staying engaged while staying at home

With stay-at-home orders in effect across Washington and Idaho, many families facing dementia are sheltering in place to protect their health and reduce their risk of infection. This has proven challenging for many caregivers, as they look for ways to keep their loved ones active and engaged while they’re at home for an extended period of time.  Below are some tips for choosing and engaging … Continue reading Caregiver tips: Staying engaged while staying at home

Self-care tips for dementia caregivers

It’s not uncommon for caregivers to neglect their own self-care needs, as they focus on providing the best care possible for their loved one. However, it’s critically important for you to take care of yourself, especially as you face the added challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some self-care tips for reducing stress and staying healthy:  Attend to your own basic needs It can … Continue reading Self-care tips for dementia caregivers

6 Ways to Help a Dementia Caregiver Through COVID-19

For individuals and families facing dementia, the need to observe social distancing is critically important to their health and safety. But social distancing should not lead to social isolation. No one should face these uncertain times alone.  The Alzheimer’s Association Washington State Chapter is encouraging the community to lend a helping hand. Below are six things people can do to help dementia caregivers and their … Continue reading 6 Ways to Help a Dementia Caregiver Through COVID-19