Posts by Tena Scallan

11 Feb

Caregiving Help & Resources

Sundowning Symptoms in Dementia: Causes, Signs & How to Manage Evening Confusion

• February 11, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
• 1 comment

Have you noticed that as the sun goes down, your loved one—who has dementia—suddenly becomes extreme...

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06 Feb

Daily Care, Health & Safety

Top Signs Your Loved One Needs an Arthritis Care Assessment

• February 6, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
• 1 comment

In the American context, your responsibilities as a caregiver can sometimes feel overwhelming especi...

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03 Feb

Caregiving Help & Resources

How to Use the Sundowning Assessment to Improve Evening Routines

• February 3, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
• 1 comment

When a loved one has dementia or Alzheimer’s, the afternoon and evening hours can be the most challe...

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26 Jan

Caregiving Help & Resources

Vertigo Symptoms in Older Adults: Warning Signs Caregivers Should Never Ignore

• January 26, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
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Vertigo symptoms in older adults refer to a sudden sensation of spinning or movement, even when the ...

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21 Jan

Caregiving Help & Resources

How to Support a Senior With Sensory Deficits: Expert Care Tips

• January 21, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
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Imagine standing in a thick fog where sights, sounds, and smells are unclear. For many seniors, life...

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17 Jan

Caregiving Help & Resources

Best Gift Ideas for Caregivers Who Work Long Shifts

• January 20, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
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A caregiver’s 12- to 16-hour shifts in the United States involve constant physical effort and mental...

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14 Jan

Caregiving Organization & Planning

Managing Caregiving Costs Without Sacrificing Quality Care: A Practical Guide for US Families

• January 20, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
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In the United States, nearly 53 million people are currently providing care to a family member. But ...

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10 Jan

Daily Care, Health & Safety

Effective Ways to Deal with Medication Refusal Without Stress

• January 20, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
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I understand how helpless you feel as a caregiver when your loved one refuses to take their medicati...

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07 Jan

Caregiving Organization & Planning

10 Essential Printable Templates Every Family Caregiver Needs

• January 20, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
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While it’s an honor to care for your family or a loved one, feeling overwhelmed as a family caregive...

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05 Jan

Caregiving Organization & Planning

How to Create a Daily Caregiving Routine That Works: A Complete Guide

• January 20, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
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As a caregiver, your day begins with thinking about the good and bad of others. While caring for a p...

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31 Dec

Caregiving Organization & Planning

How to Track Daily Activities for Elderly Loved Ones: A Caregiver’s Essential Guide

• January 20, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
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Tracking your elderly loved ones' Activities of Daily Living (ADL) is essential to ensure their well...

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27 Dec

Caregiver Stress, Burnout & Mental Health

Treatment of Separation Anxiety in Adults: Evidence-Based Therapies and Caregiver-Guide

• January 20, 2026
• By Tena Scallan
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Many people think that separation anxiety, or the fear of being away from loved ones, only affects c...

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