A guest post written for Happy Healthy Caregiver by Dr. Ashwini Bapat Ever get that sinking feeling in your stomach when you think about having “the talk” with your parents? You know, the one about where they’ll live, how they want to be cared for, and their medical wishes as they age. It’s awkward, emotional, […] The post 5 Powerful Tips to kick off “the Talk” with Your Loved Ones appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more

A guest post written for Happy Healthy Caregiver by Perry Rickard In August 2018, my grandmother lost her husband of 71 years. Before he passed, I drove my grandmother, Ooma, as I called her, to and from the hospital. When we got home, Ooma’s first priority was to check on her plants and ceramic hippos. […] The post Declutter Your Life: 3 Tips to Tackle Generational Clutter appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more

This post is sponsored by MAIDeSITe. All opinions and statements are my own. I have met and coached several family caregivers lately who are experiencing pain or recovering from an injury due to helping their care recipient recover from a fall.  Most family caregivers receive little to no training on helping their loved ones transfer, […] The post Product Review: MAIDeSITe Chair Lift appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more

Once you have your Employee Resource Group for family caregivers at your company, how do you maximize the engagement and supercharge your community with support and resources? [If you haven’t created a Caregiver ERG yet, start with this post: Beginner’s Guide: Launching a Working Caregiver Employee Resource Group.] When I co-led my company’s Women’s ERG, … The Power of Connection: Elevating Employee Resource Group Engagement and Community Read More » The post The Power of Connection: Elevating Employee Resource Group Engagement and Community appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more

It’s back! The FUN annual activity my family and I have been doing for the past six years. The name changes slightly every year, but the concept is the same. I first heard about this idea on one of my favorite podcasts. I’ve adopted it and encouraged my family and the Happy Healthy Caregiver community … I want something more in 2024! Create your ’20 for 2024′ list. Read More » The post I want something more in 2024! Create your ’20 for 2024′ list. appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more

2023 Happy Healthy Caregiver Holiday Gift Guide Welcome to our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide, specially curated for individuals who care for their friends or family or need a gift idea for those they care about. Whether searching for thoughtful presents for family caregivers or seeking comfort and convenience for those receiving care, our guide is … 2023 Happy Healthy Caregiver Holiday Gift Guide Read More » The post 2023 Happy Healthy Caregiver Holiday Gift Guide appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more

Family caregivers must make a living and are craving flexible and remote jobs. Being an at-home family caregiver is an act of selfless love and dedication. After all, you likely considered many factors before making this decision, or maybe you felt there were no other options. While none of my care recipients lived in our … Flexible Jobs for At-Home Family Caregivers Read More » The post Flexible Jobs for At-Home Family Caregivers appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more

My husband Jason and I were late to the viewing party when it came to watching the Ted Lasso series. My extended family has been discussing this popular Apple TV Plus show since season 1 came out in the summer of 2020. Jason and I resisted subscribing to another streaming service until we received a … Caregiving Advice I Gained from Watching Ted Lasso Read More » The post Caregiving Advice I Gained from Watching Ted Lasso appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more

a guest post written by Dean Cook with permission to share with the Happy Healthy Caregiver Community When I was just a young boy, I remember asking Mom,            “Why does Granddad shake like that? Where does that come from?”    The time had come for her to share some things about her dad,        … Poem: Caregivers Read More » The post Poem: Caregivers appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more

When my Dad died in the summer of 2014, I wished the world would stop spinning so I could catch my breath. While my Dad’s final hospitalization and decline, followed by hospice, was sudden in our eyes, the emotional rollercoaster of caregiving started months prior. In Spring 2014, my mom was intubated due to COPD-related … No Wonder Grief is Exhausting – a practical checklist after the death of a loved one Read More » The post No Wonder Grief is Exhausting – a practical checklist after the death of a loved one appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver ..read more