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The Caregiver’s Path

Understanding Dementia

Understanding Dementia: Why Do People Talk to Themselves?

by Eleanor Gaccetta | September 6, 2025 | Uncategorized

Seeing a loved one with dementia talking to themselves can be confusing, worrying, or even a little scary. You might ask yourself, “Who are they talking…

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A caregiver and her care receiver talking to the doctor, depicting what doctor visits as a caregiver are like.

Preparing for Doctor Visits as a Caregiver: What to Expect

by Eleanor Gaccetta | August 8, 2025 | Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Responsibilities

Image Source: Freepik Managing doctor visits as a caregiver can feel like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle—overwhelming doesn’t even begin to cover…

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A caregiver with her charge.

Your Ducks in a Row: Creating a Caregiver Emergency Plan

by Eleanor Gaccetta | August 8, 2025 | Caregivers, Caregiving

Creating a caregiver emergency plan is one of the most important things you need to consider. This is both as a caregiver and someone who is…

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A person writing on her notebook, embodying resilience through caregiver journaling.

Building Resilience Through Caregiver Journaling: 7 Helpful Habits

by Eleanor Gaccetta | August 8, 2025 | Caregivers

Photo by Tirachard Kumtanom Caregiver journaling for resilience can begin with something as simple as writing one honest sentence about your day. Caring for someone you…

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Team of Caregivers Posing With Their Patients

Coordinating Care: Collaborating With Multiple Caregivers

by Eleanor Gaccetta | July 9, 2025 | Caregivers, Caregiving

Photo by Rendy Novantino on Unsplash Uncover the secrets of how to properly provide care to patients as caregivers by collaborating with others to lessen the…

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Elderly Feeding Herself

Getting Into The Rhythm: Establishing Routines For Care

by Eleanor Gaccetta | July 9, 2025 | Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Responsibilities

Photo by Osmar do Canto on Unsplash Learn how to build a routine when caregiving for a loved one, and learn how these routines can benefit…

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man smiling with female caregiver

Respite Care As A Relief for Caregivers: A Complete Guide

by Eleanor Gaccetta | May 15, 2025 | Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Responsibilities

Photo from Freepik Learn about respite care as short-term relief for primary caregivers, providing them time to rest and spend time with their family and friends.…

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Man Pushing His Mother On A Wheelchair

Understanding Caregiver Burnout and Compassion Fatigue

by Eleanor Gaccetta | May 15, 2025 | Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Responsibilities

Photo by Getty Images on Unsplash An immense emotional toll of caregiving and the increasing amount of burnout for caregivers, leading to the possibility of anxiety…

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Eleanor’s Guide Book for Caregiving vs Other Resources

by Blog Contributor | May 15, 2025 | Blog, Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Responsibilities

Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash Understand what sets Eleanor’s perspective apart—personal experience, emotional depth, and practical tools The majority of caregiving resources can be…

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Caregiver Helping Elderly Walk

Behind the Smiles: The Hidden Toll of Caregiving

by Eleanor Gaccetta | May 15, 2025 | Caregivers, Caregiving, Caregiving Responsibilities

Photo by Jomarc Nicolai Cala on Unsplash Understand the emotional toll of caregiving, the prevalence of burnout, and the risk of depression Many people characterize providing…

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