Happy Labor Day
We hope everyone is able to take a day off and rest and spend some extra time with family and friends on this holiday! From all of us at Centennial Adultcare Center, Happy Labor Day!
Recognizing the Signs: Strokes
In the United States, strokes are the leading cause of death and long term disability, resulting in over 130,000 deaths, and costing more than $40 billion each year. There are nearly 800,000 strokes each year in the U.S., of which over 600,000 are first time strokes. Risk factors for strokes vary widely and strokes can [...]
Alzheimer’s and Communication
Learning to communicate with a family member or a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, or other forms of dementia and cognitive impairments, can many times be an incredibly daunting task. Nevertheless, it is crucial to communicate with that specific person and connect with them as best as possible. As these diseases progress, persons may be [...]
Tips for being a “Sandwich” Caregiver
Conservative estimates put approximately 10 million people in the United States in the group of caregivers for an aging loved one, many of which also have children of their own living at home. This makes them “sandwich” caregivers. Beyond the role of a caregiver, some are still working part, or even full time. It is [...]