Have More Fun While Caregiving: Some Tips

Nothing can make it easy for us to watch the cognitive decline of someone we love. Nothing will take away the agony of seeing loved ones so changed from the individuals they used to be. But imaginatively entering into their world is the most effective way to survive, and occasionally enjoy, the world of dementia caregiving. View slideshow on HealthCentral to learn more about having some fun while caregiving: Purchase Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories – paperback or ebook Minding Our Elders lets you know that you are not alone, that you are not going to be perfect, but you can get the job done, You do the best you can, and that is good enough. We can't be Carol, but we can learn from her going before us. What a friend to have. What a gift she gave us. – CM Jones                Related StoriesHow to Handle Urinary Incontinence: Advice From a GynecologistVisiting Loved Ones Who No Longer Recognize You Still ImportantFamily Caregivers are the Heart of Alzheimer's Care 
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