Caregiver Support

3 Challenges for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers [Infographic]

5 Tips for Staying Active Inside When It’s Cold Outside

We get our fair share of cold weather in the winter. And oftentimes, these cooler temps can make it hard to get outside and get moving. Experts have been saying this for decades – movement and regular exercise can reduce your risk for chronic health conditions, strengthen balance (which is important for seniors), and boost […]

Is holiday travel possible with dementia? (Answer: YES)

Many people are eager to hit the road this holiday season or fly the friendly skies now that the constraints of last year’s pandemic have loosened. For those families traveling with a loved one who is affected by dementia, or memory loss, there are special precautions that you can take to ensure a safe and […]

Choosing In-home Care for Your Parents: The 20 Most Important Questions

According to the US Census Bureau, the number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to almost double from 52 million in 2018 to 95 million by 2060. Additionally, the 65-and-older age group’s share of the total population will rise from 16 percent to 23 percent. Planning for care as we age can be […]

Real Life of a Family and Professional Caregiver

Carmen Davailus of Caremen’s Legacy Productions and Doggies for Dementia interview Blue Water’s own Jennifer Prescott about senior care and how pets affect positively those afflicted with dementia. Doggies for dementia Foundation is a non-profit thats primary focus is to drive awareness towards dementia. They uniquely do this by capturing candid photos of those affected […]

In-Home Care During a Pandemic

Nancy is 85 years old and has advanced dementia. She lives with her husband John in Sun City, Texas, and is unable to care for herself. For the past year, Nancy has relied completely on the care provided by her husband and in-home care professionals. In early March we received a call at the office […]

Transitioning Home from a Hospital or Nursing Facility

Have you ever have brought a family member home and felt unprepared to care for them? Did you arrive home only to realize that you didn’t have supplies, medications, equipment, or skills to properly care for your loved ones? You are not alone. Here is the Blue Water Homecare “Home Ready Checklist” to help transition […]

The Caregiver Crisis Has Landed

A 2019 Forbes Magazine article outlined the caregiver crisis. Writer Robert Mauterstock reported that “more than two-thirds (68 percent) of Americans believe they will be able to rely on their loved ones to meet their long term care needs when they require help.” Unfortunately, this belief is mostly unrealistic in today’s busy culture. Families are […]