I’m a Minnesotan, and I’m tough. I can handle sub-zero temperatures, icy roads, and another year the Vikings weren’t in the Super Bowl. And if I’m a caregiver, I may even be tougher – I can juggle a job, kids in whatever version of school they’re having now, and still check in on Dad, who’sContinue reading “Loneliness and Caregivers”
Category Archives: Isolation
Zooming for Seniors
If you’ve been working or going to school online, meeting with groups, or just celebrating a grandchild’s birthday 1,000 miles away, all from the safety of your home, you’ve probably been using Zoom. Since the pandemic began almost a year ago, this free online program has exploded in popularity across the country. Its use isContinue reading “Zooming for Seniors”
The Dangers of Winter Senior Isolation
The cold and dark of winter in certain parts of the country, can be hard for people to push through. It can particularly affect the mental state of seniors, presenting dangerous situations for loved ones that you should be aware of. Read more by Betsy Canino – https://caregiver.com/articles/dangers-winter-isolation/