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The Caregiver’s Path

An elderly woman in a wheelchair is accompanied by a woman, symbolizing support in end-of-life care.

Caregiving Books That Explain End-of-Life Care

by Eleanor Gaccetta | October 2, 2026 | Care Ethics, Care Transitions, Caregivers, Caregiving

Photo by Raj Tuladhar on Unsplash Understanding end-of-life care gets confusing fast when you’re doing it for the first time. Books help. They give you real…

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A woman interacts with an older woman seated, emphasizing the supportive environment of standard adult daycare programs.

Why Choose Standard Adult Daycare Programs

by Eleanor Gaccetta | October 1, 2026 | Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Resources & Training, Caregiving Responsibilities, Caregiving Technology

Photo by Age Cymru on Unsplash Standard adult daycare programs offer crucial relief for family members caring for aging loved ones at home. If you’re managing…

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Two women with different eyes, symbolizing the comparison between caregiver vs home health aide.

In-Home Caregiver vs Home Health Aide: What Is the Difference?

by Eleanor Gaccetta | September 18, 2026 | Caregiving, Caregiving Resources & Training

Photo by Andriyko Podilnyk on Unsplash Understanding the caregiver vs home health aide difference is essential when families need home support. The distinction between a caregiver…

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Older adults sit together during a discussion, illustrating when dementia patients make accusations.

Protecting Caregivers When Dementia Patients Make Accusations

by Eleanor Gaccetta | September 18, 2026 | Alzheimer’s Symbols & Awareness, Awareness & Advocacy, Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Resources & Training, Caregiving Responsibilities, Dementia & Alzheimer’s Education & Research

Photo by Age Cymru on Unsplash When dementia patients make accusations, you face one of the hardest parts of caregiving. These moments can shake your confidence,…

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Daughter talking to father over breakfast.

Honoring Gray Hairs: How to Start Caring for Your Parents

by Eleanor Gaccetta | September 14, 2026 | Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Resources & Training, Family, Family & Social Roles, Gifts & Support for Dementia Patients & Caregivers

Photo by magnific A great way to make the process of caregiving less scary is to get some guidance. Looking into books about planning care for aging…

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Family discussing boundaries.

Drawing the Line: The Importance of Setting Boundaries

by Eleanor Gaccetta | September 14, 2026 | Awareness & Symbols, Caregivers, Caregiving, Cognitive Care & Activities, Daily Life Challenges & Behavioral Questions, Daily Living & Routines, Guest Article, Self-Care & Support

Photo by Vitaly Garlev Drawing the line between care and self-preservation is important. Caregiving changes everything about daily life. Your schedule, your relationships, and your identity…

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Older man getting help standing up.

Saving Face: Helping the Elderly Preserve Their Dignity

by Eleanor Gaccetta | September 14, 2026 | Behavioral Understanding, Caregivers, Caregiving Resources & Training, Caregiving Responsibilities

Photo by magnific When we begin to age, we lose things–a lot of them–in the process. Some physical, and some mental. For those of us who…

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Caregiving Facts and Figures

Caregiving Facts and Figures

by Eleanor Gaccetta | August 31, 2026 | Caregivers, Caregiving

Photo by Caleb Oquendo Many of you know I have an award-winning caregiving book, One Caregiver’s Journey. I am always interested in the trends and statistics…

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A woman smiles while holding cups of coffee, representing a social moment at an adult daycare program.

How Adult Daycare Programs Support Family Caregivers

by Eleanor Gaccetta | August 25, 2026 | Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Resources & Training, Caregiving Responsibilities, Family, Family & Social Roles

Photo by Jsme  MILA Adult daycare programsgive you actual time off from caregiving when you need it most. If you’re caring for an aging parent or…

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A family gathered on a porch, engaging with an elderly man, emphasizing family roles in dementia care.

Family Roles and Responsibilities in Dementia Care

by Eleanor Gaccetta | August 25, 2026 | Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Responsibilities, Comprehensive Guide to Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care, Daily Living & Routines, Family, Family & Social Roles

Photo by RDNE Stock project Family roles in dementia carechange fast when a diagnosis happens. Suddenly you’re figuring out who does what and why it matters.…

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