The Caregiver's Voice

11/12/2025

Safe a life... even your own while caring for a loved one with dementia. Life can get stressful. This low-cost Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor made by Omron allows you to conveniently monitor blood pressure in between visits to the doctor. Read more @ The Caregiver's Voice Review.

A low-cost convenient and potential life-saving option for stressed caregivers and their care recipients in between doctors visits.

11/01/2025

The Caregiver's Voice Newsletter—November 2025: Thanksgiving Reminds Us to be Grateful - https://mailchi.mp/8e1de298b2bd/the-caregivers-voice-newsletter-november-2025-thanksgiving-reminds-us-to-be-grateful
Enjoy some sisterly humor along with an uplifting affirming message.

10/22/2025

Long-distance , Carol Lindsay, shares a funny experience with her sister, Marjorie. Her sister asked Siri to find her Air-tagged water bottle. What unfolds is comedy. Despite the initial confusion for Marjorie who lives with , the two sisters find yet another reason for as they have throughout their lives, according to Carol.
https://thecaregiversvoice.com/tcv-humor/a-seriously-funny-encounter-with-siri-find-my-water-bottle/

Family caregiver, ombudsman, and CNA trainer shares a humorous encounter with her sister (who lives with dementia) and asks Siri for her water bottle.

10/08/2025

In every act of lives an inner world—one often unseen, yet deeply felt. For , particularly those supporting loved ones with dementia, this inner life is marked by complexity.
https://thecaregiversvoice.com/tips-caregivers/the-inner-life-and-emotional-complexity-of-caregivers/

Caregiver, your inner life matters. Your struggles are real, your resilience is profound, and your humanity is worthy of care. - Roy Remer

10/01/2025

The Caregiver's Voice Newsletter—October 2025: Inflation Bites Halloween Treats and Medicare - https://mailchi.mp/8dcea7a8ec95/the-caregivers-voice-newsletter-october-2025-inflation-bites-medicare-and-halloween-treats Self-care is the key to keeping healthcare costs manageable. Plus a few Halloween treat reflections.

09/26/2025

Inflation Takes a Bite Out of Medicare Benefits and More

How do we keep up?
First, we read the annual notices carefully. Not at once. Over the days and weeks between Oct 15 and before Dec 7.
Second, we take better care of ourselves. Yes, you've heard it many times already--nutrition and exercise... AND socialize. You'll find some first-hand heartfelt thoughts after you click to read the article. :-)

https://thecaregiversvoice.com/tips-caregivers/inflation-takes-a-bite-out-of-medicare-benefits-and-more/

If we don't eat right, move around, and socialize, we will succumb to the inflationary spiral of rising healthcare costs. Review your Medicare plans.

09/12/2025

Take a break from , or else!
Don't risk "flustration" and bad behavior
will prevent an appearance in a court where the judge grants you a "vacation" in a "gated community." You don't deserve that! Really!
What do you like to do during your ? Read? Watch a movie? Skydive? 😉

Discovering how beneficial a caregiver respite is after being beyond exhausted. Those of you who are wiser, understand the significance of caregiver self-care.

09/01/2025

The Caregiver's Voice Newsletter—September 2025: The Start of Fall and Our Harvest - https://mailchi.mp/82e69c74faa8/the-caregivers-voice-newsletter-september-2025-start-of-fall-and-our-harvest It's up to us to take action. Caregiver, what will you do for yourself to feel better in 2025? The most courageous thing we can do is to ask for help.

08/27/2025

Guest contributor, Aaron Smith describes how can take a by inviting a to help for their loved one from time to time. He includes the many benefits and services provided by an .

In-home professional caregivers provide the respite for family caregivers while giving people with dementia opportunities to engage in activities.

08/14/2025

Is It Safe to Travel When Caring for Someone with Dementia?
Guest author, Jane Clairmont, has four tips for traveling with a including travel rights and providing a sense of freedom.

Guest article by Jane Clairmont on traveling with a person with dementia. Four tips for safe and enjoyable travel as a caregiver.

08/01/2025

The Caregiver's Voice Newsletter—August 2025: Serving Others - https://mailchi.mp/1f88f386219a/the-caregivers-voice-newsletter-august-2025-caregivers-serving-others-or-volunteering Caregivers serve and some even volunteer. This edition focuses on Caregiver Tips for improved quality of life for both the caregiver and person with dementia.

07/23/2025

Guest author, Melissa Mirabello, writes an article for about a three-part customized approach to maximize outcomes while for .

CFHDC focuses on three aspects of care to provide well-deserved dignity and respect to people with dementia: environment, communication, and activities.