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November is a month of awareness and Egosan is eager to be part of these celebrations. So, let’s begin by letting you know just what’s up in health awareness for this month that… Read More
Mark Wilson was a decades-long Alzheimer’s caregiver who inspired this article because of his testimonial about the quality of the products as well as the personal support that Egosa… Read More
...In fact, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) says there is evidence that some overactive bladder medications (OBMs) can cause issues that are similar to Alzheimer’s and may, in… Read More
Dear Carol: ...Practically everything that you read about adult incontinence refers to older people with prostate problems, or menopause, or dementia – or whatever. Young people would… Read More
Dear Candid Caregiver: My heart is breaking! My mom and I have always been close, even shopping together and having lunch quite regularly, so it was devastating when she was diagnosed with… Read More
Dear Candid Caregiver: My dad is in the middle stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Meanwhile, my mom is recovering from cancer surgery, and the prognosis isn’t good. I’m trying… Read More
Is having your parent who lives with dementia in your home fine except for - ugh! - incontinence problems? Read about the common struggle of ruined furniture and carpets on the Egosancares b… Read More
Are you caring for someone who has dementia of any type and in addition, has developed incontinence? Do they forget to use the bathroom or resist your help? We all know that your loved one i… Read More
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Dear Carol: ...Practically everything that you read about adult incontinence refers to older people with prostate problems, or menopause, or dementia –… Read More
Did your parent or spouse living with dementia - or even someone not showing signs - suddenly change personalities or act confused? There could be a fairly common explanation for this. … Read More
Urinary incontinence is the most common type of incontinence but there isn't just one cause.
Continue reading on Egosancares blog for more about types of urinary incontinence and different… Read More
...Situations such as dementia, heart ailments, and incontinence do not go away whether your loved one is in a care facility or at home with you. In fact now, as countless people have become… Read More
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Dear Carol: My mom, 79, loved being in her own home even though her physical health was declining. Her mind is exceptionally sharp so there wasn’t mu… Read More
We love our parents - or at least care enough that we feel at least somewhat responsible to help them out in their later years. That's all good. What most people don't see coming, though, is… Read More
Being a dementia caregiver is hard work in more ways than people who haven't done it can imagine. However, one practical problem is something most people can relate to which is that drenched… Read More
Many older adults have trouble reconciling their need for incontinence protection, even something as simple as a light pad. This stems from our societal emphasis on the fact that only babies… Read More
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Dear Carol: Is sharing funny caregiving situations with other caregivers disrespectful? My dad has dementia. I love him and would never hurt him, but his dis… Read More
Many people are genetically predisposed to developing certain diseases, among them diabetes, cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer’s. It’s natural to worry if you’ve watched… Read More
(Corrected Link) Caregivers work hard to do the best that they can under daunting conditions. This goes double for dementia caregivers. We do the best each day with the information that we h… Read More
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Dear Carol: My husband is only 56 but he has early-onset Alzheimer’s. I’ve done my best during COVID to keep him interested in activities and… Read More
Medications aren't inherently bad, even for older adults. Many relieve uncomfortable symptoms and some save lives. However, there are side effects with any medication and all too frequently… Read More
...My husband and I have been married 25 years and have raised two children. Just as we were thinking that we’d be able to travel because the kids are old enough to be on their own, my… Read More
When someone else's welfare depends on us the feeling of responsibility can be slightly (or extremely) overwhelming. Additionally, it's easy for us to lose our own sense of self and even our… Read More
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After all, that is what family does, right? But when it becomes clear that one or both parents need an increasing amount of assistance, many adult children find the… Read More
Incontinence accidents happen. Sometimes the pullup or brief doesn't get changed quite as often as it should. Sometimes, the fit is wrong or it's not put on quite right. Other times, the pro… Read More
Do you have an older friend or relative who isn't bathing as much as your think they should? Does this worry you? If this is the case, you aren't alone. Older adults often don't bathe as fre… Read More
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Dear Carol: My husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s when he was only 57, but he had difficulty with both decision-making and short-term memory for quit… Read More
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Emergency room doctor Kevin Haselhorst had an epiphany while he tried valiantly to save an elderly man who’d been through one too many traumas. His book, “Wishes To Die For: A Ca… Read More
As you watch your parents or other beloved elders age, sometimes worry becomes inevitable. Should they have housing upgrades? Can they continue to live independently? Your intention is… Read More
Harris Sterling said he didn't know what he was doing when he was trying to find quality incontinence products for his dad who had Alzheimer's. Nearly every widely advertised brand he bought… Read More
Older adults can seem stubborn to you - and they may be - but sometimes this stubbornness is a reaction to being talked down to or with the feeling that their autonomy is being threatened. O… Read More
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Dear Carol: Both of my parents are deceased. Dad was an alcoholic who verbally abused everyone and physically abused both of his daughters. Mom never did any… Read More
...My grandma has had mixed dementia, probably a combination of Alzheimer’s and vascular, for many years. She’s generally sweet and compliant, just wanting to stay comfortable in… Read More
Dear Carol: About three months ago, my mom moved from the home where she and my deceased dad had lived to an assisted living facility (ALF). This was her idea, and I was all for it, but h… Read More
Most of us who have cared for someone living with dementia have tried our best to determine how best to provide that care. We research. We try putting ourselves in their place. We do our be… Read More
This Father’s Day, I’ll have fond memories of my dad, as will many caregivers and adult children. The juxtaposition of the past and present can make these memories bittersweet. B… Read More
While change is difficult for people of all ages, deviating from the status quo seems to become even more taxing as we get older and more set in our ways. Yet it’s often our elders who… Read More
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I once visited a caregiver friend and her mother, who had moderate Alzheimer’s disease. At one point during the visit, the mother abruptly stood up, held o… Read More
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A billboard in my city carries a simple message: "Most families say, 'Why did we wait so long to call hospice?' "
When I talk with our local hospice folks, they… Read More
Dear Carol: My wonderful dad has Alzheimer’s. I struggle daily with my grief over all that’s been lost but I’m also grateful for what he can still do. As you often advise… Read More
As we travel our own unique journeys, most of us find that certain phrases or concepts take on the status of truth in our worldview. Our personal principles may not be identical to those of… Read More
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Most family caregivers want what is best for their loved ones, and they’ll do whatever it takes to make that happen. Unfortunately, discerning what’s… Read More
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Dear Carol: My mom, now 87, voluntarily moved to assisted living three years ago. She said at the time that she loved it. She continues to have chronic… Read More
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Don’t let the title scare you, folks. I’m not presenting a “system” here. Personally, I’ve never seen a chart or graph designed to… Read More
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Dear Carol: My dad suffered a massive stroke that has damaged his ability to find words and name everyday objects. His doctor calls this aphasia. For example… Read More
We’ve all heard that we must first learn to love ourselves before we can love others. Yet, many of us have grown up with family members who were hard on us or taught us that self-love… Read More
Sharing a kitchen with another cook can be trying for some people. Sharing a kitchen with a person who has dementia can be more than trying; it can be unsafe. Cooking and eating are bas… Read More
A friend and I recently toured a veteran's home in a midsize Minnesota town. The facility was beautifully designed and superbly run. The only thing that struck me as unusual was that I didn'… Read More
Most younger men don’t spend a lot of time considering the health of their prostate. However, around the age of 50, they’ll likely find that their physicians want to check out pr… Read More
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Even the most well-prepared caregiver needs assistance and reinforcements from time to time. If one’s siblings cannot be physically present, they… Read More
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Dear Carol: My mom has advanced lung disease and is also in the middle stages of dementia. While we understand that neither of her diseases can be cur… Read More
Dr. Gail Gross, Ph.D., Doctor of Education, is a nationally recognized family, child development, and human behavior expert, author, and educator. She has contributed to CNN, the “Tod… Read More
Dear Readers: This morning, as I answered another email asking how I choose questions for the column, I realized that even readers who don’t ask might be curious. So, today I’… Read More
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Most seniors are keen on staying in their homes as they age, but family caregivers often struggle to meet their loved ones’ needs and still carve o… Read More
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