The American Cancer Society estimates that about 1 in 8 women living in the United States will develop breast cancer. With these staggering statistics, the chances of knowing someone who has or had breast cancer is high. Finding out that your loved one has breast cancer can be a very overwhelming and emotional experience. It […]

The motions of life bring everyone good and bad days, and there are times where we all feel down or unhappy. Feeling sad is an emotion that everyone feels from time to time, but when someone struggles with sadness that will not go away, they may have depression. We would like to make sure that […]

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is caused when the immune system (the body’s defense system) is not working properly– it is the most common type of autoimmune arthritis.  The body’s disordered immune response attacks the joints, and causes pronounced pain and swelling. RA affects joints on both sides of the body, such as both hands, both wrists, […]

May is National Arthritis Awareness Month and here at Cariloop we speak with everyday people who have a loved one with Rheumatoid Arthritis. While it varies in severity it can be challenging to deal with on a regular basis and can make even the simplest of tasks impossible. Defined by the Mayo Clinic as “inflammation […]

Alzheimer’s, a common type of Dementia, causes many problems with memory, thinking, and behavior that can develop slowly and will progressively get worse over time. It is important for those with this disease to stay active and participate in types of activities that may stir up memories and lessen the anxiety and agitation they may be […]

This blog post on tolerance is the seventh and final installment of a seven-part series on common sense caregiving for people with dementia. The series features seven principles that can improve quality of life for caregivers and their loved ones. R-E-S-P-E-C-T is a helpful mnemonic (memory device) for remembering these tried and true tips: The Seven […]

This blog post focuses on how a consistent routine and environment can benefit people with dementia and their caregivers on many levels. It is the sixth installment of a seven-part series on common sense caregiving for people with dementia. The series features seven principles that can improve quality of life for caregivers and their loved ones. […]

This blog post focuses on how people with dementia and their caregivers can stay engaged mentally, physically and socially. It is the fifth installment of a seven-part series on common sense caregiving for people with dementia. The series features seven principles that can improve quality of life for caregivers and their loved ones. R-E-S-P-E-C-T is […]

This blog post focuses on ways to “prepare for care.” It is the fourth installment of a seven-part series on common sense caregiving for people with dementia. The series features seven principles that can improve quality of life for caregivers and their loved ones. R-E-S-P-E-C-T is a helpful mnemonic (memory device) for remembering these tried […]

This blog post focuses on ways caregivers can enhance the safety of someone with dementia and others. It is the third installment of a seven-part series on common sense dementia care. The series features seven principles that can improve quality of life for caregivers and their loved ones. R-E-S-P-E-C-T is a helpful mnemonic (memory device) […]