Caring Strategies

06/03/2026

Our SPARK! Curator, Dianne Pierson, is in Washington, D.C., this week advocating with the Alzheimer’s Association for legislation that would allow Medicare to cover new blood biomarker testing for Alzheimer’s disease.

We are incredibly proud to have someone with such passion and dedication as part of our team. 💜 Thank you for all you do, Dianne!

06/02/2026

Watching for financial abuse - Financial abuse of older adults is more common—and closer to home—than many families realize. It doesn't come only from scams; it often involves someone your loved one knows and trusts. Knowing the warning signs and staying involved can help you protect them.

Financial abuse of older adults is more common—and closer to home—than many families realize. It doesn't come only from scams; it often involves someone your loved one knows and trusts. Knowing the warning signs and staying involved can help you protect them.

05/26/2026

Solutions to hearing loss - Hearing loss is a common problem that comes with age. And it is often a frustrating experience for both the older adult and those around them. Luckily there are many ways to improve communication and understanding.

Hearing loss is a common problem that comes with age. And it is often a frustrating experience for both the older adult and those around them. Luckily there are many ways to improve communication and understanding.

05/21/2026

Our May Huntsville Caring Connections lunch was a success! Special thank you to Hospice Family Care for hosting this month & Altruit Home Care for sponsoring the delicious food! We hope to see everyone next month!

05/21/2026

Preparing for in-home care - Bringing in outside help for an aging loved one can take a lot of weight off your shoulders as a family caregiver. Before the help begins, there are several things to consider and communicate clearly about, including safety, routines, and backup plans.

Bringing in outside help for an aging loved one can take a lot of weight off your shoulders as a family caregiver. Before the help begins, there are several things to consider and communicate clearly about, including safety, routines, and backup plans.

05/15/2026

If the person you care for is struggling with seemingly simple tasks such as eating, dressing, or getting up or down from a chair, an occupational therapist may be able to help. They can recommend changes to help your loved one remain independent and do the things they enjoy.

05/06/2026

Happy National Nurses Week to our amazing nurses! 💙

Ashley Sparks, LPN, Care Manager
Laurie Hill, BSN, RN, Care Manager
& Stacey Townsend, LPN, Care Manager

We are proud to recognize our incredible nurses who show up every day with compassion, strength, and dedication. Your commitment to providing exceptional care and support makes a lasting difference in the lives of so many families.

Thank you for your hard work, your kindness, and the heart you bring to everything you do. We appreciate you today and every day!

05/05/2026

Mealtime and dementia - Caring for someone with dementia can make mealtimes challenging. Small changes, such as reducing noise and simplifying the table, can help make eating easier and less stressful.

Caring for someone with dementia can make mealtimes challenging. Small changes, such as reducing noise and simplifying the table, can help make eating easier and less stressful.

04/28/2026

Helping a loved one pay bills - It can be tough for older adults to hand over control of their finances to family members. At the same time, they might also need some extra help staying on top of monthly payments. Luckily, there are techniques and tools you can use to keep things running smoothly.

It can be tough for older adults to hand over control of their finances to family members. At the same time, they might also need some extra help staying on top of monthly payments. Luckily, there are techniques and tools you can use to keep things running smoothly.

04/21/2026

Preventing caregiver burnout - As common as it is to be stressed while caring for an aging loved one, the potential for "vital exhaustion"—burnout—should be taken seriously. Doing your best to avoid it is important for yourself and for those who rely on you.

As common as it is to be stressed while caring for an aging loved one, the potential for "vital exhaustion"—burnout—should be taken seriously. Doing your best to avoid it is important for yourself and for those who rely on you.