Author: Susanna Guzman
What are activities of daily living & how can I identify them for my parents?
Written by: Susanna Guzman
Activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) are tasks that independent adults can do on their own. ADLs include feeding, getting …
Dementia-related wandering: What caregivers need to know
Written by: Susanna Guzman
For people living with dementia, wandering is a result of cognitive decline and may occur when a person is stressed, anxious, or fearful. It may also …
Could your loved one’s caregiver sue you?
Written by: Susanna Guzman
If you’ve hired a caregiver directly, that person can sue you for a variety of reasons. Common reasons include unfair wages, dangerous working conditions, harassment, and …
What do dementia patients think about?
Written by: Susanna Guzman
Image Credit: AlexRaths/ istock. Dementia doesn’t change what people think about, but it does change the way people think. Most people who have dementia continue to …
5 Steps for Protecting Your Aging Parents’ Cash & Assets
Written by: Susanna Guzman
Help your elderly parents protect their assets by talking with them about what they have, ensuring that you can act on their behalf if needed, and …
