Depression after a stroke is common, affecting approximately two-thirds of stroke patients. Stroke sufferers face not only many immediate physical challenges, but their emotional well-being is also at risk. As a caregiver, paying attention to depression and anxiety after your loved one’s stroke is important and can play a significant role in the patient’s recovery. Stroke…
Are you doing your best to help care for a family member after they have suffered a stroke? Is your job made more difficult because, on top of whatever physical problems the stroke has caused, your loved one is depressed? Are you getting depressed by the entire situation? You need to know that depression…
Caring for someone who has had a stroke is challenging. If you are cast into the role of a stroke caregiver, talk to the various medical professionals involved about your loved one’s condition and find out what to expect going forward. The more knowledge you have, the better. Here are twelve tips that can help…
Many seniors and their loved ones worry and fret over how to pay home care providers, with some assuming that they don’t have the resources to pay for this much-needed service when the time comes. Many seniors that need assistance rely on a family member, usually unpaid, to help them out quite regularly. There are…
If you are a caregiver, either a family member or a professional personal care aide, an important part of being a caregiver is to work with doctors and other healthcare professionals who are involved in caring for the patient. You may find it advantageous to accompany the patient to the doctor on the next scheduled…
Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death for adults in the United States, but nearly 80 percent of strokes are preventable. To protect yourself and your loved ones, understand stroke prevention strategies and the signs of stokes. Here’s an overview of what you need to know. The Importance of Monitoring Your Levels High cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood…
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