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Diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels (high blood glucose). According to the American Diabetes Association, more than 38 million Americans have diabetes, mostly type 2 diabetes. Prevalence is even higher in adults over 65. If you care for someone with diabetes, they need regular care to maintain healthy blood sugar…
Exercise plays an important role in caring for your loved one’s health, keeping strong muscles and bones, and taking care of long-term conditions. As a caregiver for someone with diabetes, it is important to not only help them with their medication but also provide encouragement and help with keeping a healthy lifestyle. For someone with…
Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) comes with a few challenges. The biggest challenge is managing blood sugar levels with a regular insulin delivery system. Insulin delivery is the action of getting insulin into the body to manage a person’s blood sugar level. Not having enough insulin can lead to dangerously high blood sugar levels….
Diabetic neuropathy is a painful and common complication of diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association, it is the most common complication and can happen to people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The best way to manage painful diabetic neuropathy, which usually affects the feet, is to manage diabetes and blood sugar levels….
Diabetes mellitus is a complex, chronic illness that requires professional treatment and home care. If you provide care for a loved one, you might be helping them manage diabetes. From measuring blood sugar levels to injections and insulin pumps, ongoing care is essential for managing diabetes and preventing complications. As a caregiver, it helps to…
According to the American Diabetes Association, more than 38 million Americans have diabetes. The prevalence is even higher in seniors, with nearly one-third of adults 65 and older diagnosed. As a caregiver, there’s a good chance your care recipient has or is at risk for diabetes. There are typically multiple factors that contribute to a…
If you care for someone with diabetes, you might wonder if it can ever be cured or reversed. Living with diabetes can involve: Diabetes can lead to complications and interfere with quality of life. While it can’t exactly be cured, diabetes can be reversed depending on the type. Learning more about diabetes, blood sugar, treatments,…
Caring for someone with an intellectual disability or developmental disability (IDD) is both rewarding and challenging. Families and caregivers often wonder what the “right” balance is when it comes to providing hands-on support or promoting independence. This balance can depend on several factors: Supporting independence can positively influence mental health and emotional well-being, helping individuals…
Being an autism caregiver can mean a journey full of ups and downs. Each day brings joy, opportunities for growth and connection, as well as challenges and hiccups. Each person with autism is completely unique, with their own strengths and needs, so there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to autism caregiving. However, with small, consistent strategies, you…
Communication is essential in everyday life. Yet, it can be a big challenge for children with autism. While every child’s abilities are unique, many children struggle to use spoken language consistently and reliably. Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) provides another way to make communication clearer. AAC is a broad term for tools and strategies that…
Are you caring for someone with heart disease? You may be wondering what heart disease really means and how you can help your care recipient. This article will outline: Looking for more information about caring for someone with heart disease? Check if you have free access to Trualta here. Understanding Congestive Heart Disease Congestive heart…
Heart failure is unfortunately often a terminal illness, especially for older adults. If you care for a loved one with advanced heart failure, it’s important to understand treatment options, including hospice care. According to studies, palliative care and hospice are underused for patients with advanced heart disease and heart failure. This is despite the evidence…
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