Cahoon Care Associates in Sandwich

12/10/2025

While there’s no way around the fact that caregiving can be stressful, stress reduction and management techniques can make a big difference in preventing burnout and improving caregiver physical and mental health.

Positive self-talk, emergency stress stoppers, and go-to stress-busting activities can be powerful techniques to stop the cycle of negative thoughts and improve caregiver mood:

https://www.cahooncare.com/3-essential-caregiver-stress-relief-tips-that-really-work/

12/05/2025

Sometimes the most compassionate response to someone with dementia isn’t a word at all. It’s silence.

People living with dementia often need more time to process language and form a response. Their brain might need 5, 10, or even 15 seconds to understand what you said and find the words to answer. But most of us rush to fill the silence or repeat the question, and that moment where they could have spoken is lost.

Try pausing with purpose. Ask your question, then wait. Hold eye contact. Let them know you believe they have something to say. That kind of silence communicates patience, respect, and connection without saying a word.

Learn more in this video: https://www.cahooncare.com/video-tip-the-beauty-of-silence.

11/18/2025

As parents (or any older person you care for) age, it can become challenging to talk to them at times, especially when you need to talk about topics like growing older, or changes in lifestyle that are needed due to illness, age, or physical limitations.

You may be trying your best to communicate something important to them, but they simply won’t listen, can’t understand, or refuse to accept what you’re saying.

Consider these tips about effective ways to communicate with an aging parent so you can address tough life choices and important decisions in a way they can receive:

https://www.cahooncare.com/how-to-communicate-with-an-aging-parent-who-wont-listen/

10/24/2025

Have you ever wondered if you should still visit your person with dementia even if they don’t always recognize you?

Even though your loved one may not know your name or your connection to them any longer, they can still sense that you’re an important person in their life. Their eyes can still light up, and they can feel emotions like love.

That’s important, because they’re not experiencing physical touch or emotional connection as often as when they were living with their family.

So when you visit them, you’re still able to love on them and create feelings of warmth and connection. That’s what they need to be able to stay happy and healthy throughout their illness:

https://www.cahooncare.com/video-tip-should-you-visit-your-person-with-dementia-when-they-dont-recognize-you/

10/06/2025

If an older adult spends long periods lying in bed, sitting in a recliner, or using a wheelchair, they are more vulnerable to painful bed sores. Knowing the causes, warning signs, and prevention steps to these pressure sores can make a huge difference:

https://www.cahooncare.com/bed-sores-causes-warning-signs-and-prevention/

09/15/2025

2nd annual Aging Redefined Senior Conference having a great time. What a wonderful conference.

09/10/2025

It can be frightening when you notice your older adult begin to show signs of cognitive impairment, such as judgment problems or memory loss. If they start behaving strangely, the first thought that often comes to mind is whether this might be the onset of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.

Rather than become paralyzed with fear of the unknown, it’s best to directly address your questions and fears. Below are five reasons why your senior’s quality of life can be significantly improved by having a complete medical exam and getting a proper symptom diagnosis early on:

https://www.cahooncare.com/5-benefits-of-an-early-diagnosis-of-alzheimers-or-dementia/

08/19/2025

Conversations with someone who suffers from dementia or Alzheimer’s can be difficult, emotional, and exhausting – especially when that person is a close relative. Learning some simple yet effective communication techniques can make it much easier to connect and enjoy meaningful time together:

Conversations with someone who suffers from dementia or Alzheimer’s can be difficult, emotional, and exhausting – especially when that person is a close relative. Learning some simple yet effective communication techniques can make it much easier to connect and enjoy meaningful time together. Gr...

07/22/2025

Being confined to your bed, whether due to chronic illness, injury, disability, or advanced age, comes with many challenges. Personal hygiene can often top the list. Feeling clean and presentable is important for both physical and mental health.

Here are some helpful tips for caregivers assisting those who are bedbound with hygiene issues:

https://www.cahooncare.com/6-hygiene-tips-for-bed-bound-seniors/

06/26/2025

Common side effects among older adults suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia include anxiety, agitation, and disturbed sleep. One simple, non-drug solution that can help with all three symptoms is a weighted blanket or lap pad. It can be used day or night to provide comfort, reduce anxiety, promote deep sleep, and calm nerves:

https://www.cahooncare.com/weighted-blankets-for-dementia-improve-sleep-and-reduce-anxiety/

05/16/2025

It can be challenging to get seniors to take their medication, even if it’s absolutely essential for their health. Since this important daily task can’t be overlooked, here are six ways to encourage your older adult to take their medication: https://www.cahooncare.com/6-ways-to-convince-seniors-to-take-medication

04/21/2025

Although the words “Alzheimer’s” and “dementia” are often used interchangeably, they aren’t quite the same thing. It’s important to know the differences between their symptoms and how they progress, so you can find more effective ways to manage symptoms and make more informed care decisions for your loved one:

https://www.cahooncare.com/whats-the-difference-between-alzheimers-and-dementia/