Published inI-Ally·Apr 10Dementia Caregiver Resources for At-Home CaregiversAlzheimer’s disease and dementia are some of the most important challenges facing the caregiving community today. There are currently over 55 million people living with dementia worldwide, and every year another 10 million will be added to the list. Caregiving support for patients suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia is in…4 min read4 min read
Published inI-Ally·Mar 1Cancer Caregiver Resources for At-Home CaregiversCancer can strike anyone, anytime, and depending on the diagnosis it can require anything from a simple procedure to full-time caregiver support. One of the greatest challenges of becoming a caregiver for a loved one suffering the effects of cancer is the breadth of physical and mental complications that must…4 min read4 min read
Published inI-Ally·Feb 6How to Handle Acute Stress vs Chronic Stress as a CaregiverStress: that awful feeling when the pressure of deadlines, the onset of challenges, or the general buzz of anxiety sink into your bones. …4 min read4 min read
Published inI-Ally·Jan 30How to Support Caregivers: 4 Ideas to Care for the CaregiverIf you’re a young professional and you have a friend who is a caregiver, you’ve seen them at their best and worst. They probably put on a strong front, and their schedule is always held in tension by their responsibilities. …4 min read4 min read
Published inI-Ally·Jan 26How to Become a Certified Caregiver in 4 StepsBecoming a certified caregiver is becoming an increasingly popular choice for young professionals, and it’s a good thing too. Currently, there are over 50 million Americans providing caregiving services, and it’s estimated that by 2030 that number will go up 33%. It’s one of the fastest growing professions in the…Family Caregivers4 min readFamily Caregivers4 min read
Published inI-Ally·Jan 18Make Your Life Easier With These Stroke Caregiver ResourcesStrokes are one of the most terrifying traumas families can experience. They afflict nearly 800,000 Americans each year, and they often fall out of the clear blue sky. One minute everything is great, and then BAM: it’s all different. There are currently 7 million survivors across the country, and a…Family Caregivers5 min readFamily Caregivers5 min read
Published inI-Ally·Jan 9Member-onlyBest Caregiver Websites and ResourcesNobody should have to go it alone when they are the primary caregiver for a relative or loved one who needs around-the-clock assistance and support. …Caregiver Support5 min readCaregiver Support5 min read
Published inI-Ally·Jan 7Member-onlyCaregiving for Spouse: Balancing Marriage and IllnessThe transition from normal life to a caregiving role often happens quickly. An aging parent might be diagnosed with an illness that requires constant support, or have a bad fall that leaves them requiring daily assistance with basic activities. Families often need to make a rapid decision to move a…Caregiving4 min readCaregiving4 min read
Published inI-Ally·Dec 30, 2022Member-onlyWhat Kinds of Support are Available for Caregivers?The need for caregivers is greater today than ever. More and more young people are finding themselves taking on the responsibility of caring for a loved one, and many caregivers find themselves thrust into the role when a relative has an unexpected accident or diagnosis. It can be as terrifying…Family Caregivers4 min readFamily Caregivers4 min read
Published inI-Ally·Dec 29, 2022Member-onlyLife With an Alcoholic: Are You an Unaware Caregiver?You just realized what’s been happening for the last nine months. First they were hiding the booze, but now you’re the one stowing bottles behind the towels in the hall closet. They were lying to you about how much they were drinking, and now you’re lying to him about how…Family4 min readFamily4 min read
