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The Better Way:

A More Compassionate Approach to Elder Care

Better Elder Care: Painting Masterpieces

At Care Haven, we’re on a mission to see that the older adults in our care receive the help they need when they need it, with the kindness, dignity and respect they deserve. We believe everyone involved in elder care should strive to meet the same standard.

However, sometimes it’s difficult to determine precisely what a loved one needs (particularly with dementia) and how to get it for them. Our team rises to the challenge every day. In this Resources section, we offer the tips we’ve found most helpful. (Most are useful in the care of any senior, whether or not they have memory issues.) We also share advice on self-care, which we believe is crucial for anyone assuming the critical role of caregiver.

If you’re new to caregiving, we suggest you start with Finding Help for Caregivers: Your First 10 Steps. Among other things, it features a list of invaluable online resources to guide you on your journey.

Better Elder Care: Painting Masterpieces

At Care Haven, we’re on a mission to see that the older adults in our care receive the help they need when they need it, with the kindness, dignity and respect they deserve. We believe everyone involved in elder care should strive to meet the same standard.

However, sometimes it’s difficult to determine precisely what a loved one needs (particularly with dementia) and how to get it for them. Our team rises to the challenge every day. In this Resources section, we offer the tips we’ve found most helpful. (Most are useful in the care of any senior, whether or not they have memory issues.) We also share advice on self-care, which we believe is crucial for anyone assuming the critical role of caregiver.

If you’re new to caregiving, we suggest you start with Finding Help for Caregivers: Your First 10 Steps. Among other things, it features a list of invaluable online resources to guide you on your journey.

Woman searching a map: where a caregiver should start looking for help
Finding Help for Caregivers: Your First 10 Steps

Finding Help for Caregivers: Your First 10 Steps

Flyer for dementia support group that meets at our office
Dementia Support Groups: Stronger Together

Dementia Support Groups: Stronger Together

Letters & care packages help you stay connected with seniors when you can't visit
6 Ways to Stay Connected With Seniors When You Can’t Visit

6 Ways to Stay Connected With Seniors When You Can’t Visit

Scene from backyard bird watching: bluebirds at a nesting box
Backyard Bird Watching: Building Comforting Connections

Backyard Bird Watching: Building Comforting Connections

Best gifts for people with Alzheimer's: a kiss!
Best Gifts for People with Alzheimer’s

Best Gifts for People with Alzheimer’s

Worried man - is it a senior moment or warning signs of Alzheimer's?
Are Senior Moments the Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s?

Are Senior Moments the Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s?

Continuing holiday traditions while coping with Alzheimer's: carving the turkey
Talking Turkey: 6 Secrets to Coping with Alzheimer’s at Your Holiday Dinner

Talking Turkey: 6 Secrets to Coping with Alzheimer’s at Your Holiday Dinner

Air Travel: crowded terminal
Leaving on a Jet Plane – How Do You Travel With Dementia?

Leaving on a Jet Plane – How Do You Travel With Dementia?

Hand on the wheel of a wheelchair, one of the most commonly used types of durable medical equipment
Durable Medical Equipment: Why Not Any Wheelchair Will Do

Durable Medical Equipment: Why Not Any Wheelchair Will Do

Celebrate BIG in Small Spaces: 10 Holiday Tips for Caregivers

Celebrate BIG in Small Spaces: 10 Holiday Tips for Caregivers

Photographing older adults - that smile makes her shine
Photographing Older Adults: 10 Easy Ways to Make Them Shine

Photographing Older Adults: 10 Easy Ways to Make Them Shine

Winter safety tip: dress in layers, topped with a warm, wind-proof coat
5 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors

5 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors

Two-person transfer graphic, showing two running figures carrying someone on a stretcher
How Many People Do You Need for a Two-Person Transfer?

How Many People Do You Need for a Two-Person Transfer?