How-Tos

How To Use Food and Drink Thickeners: A Step-By-Step Guide

Posted by Chad Birt on Mon May 22 2023

Many family caregivers use food and drink thickeners to make mealtimes easier and more enjoyable for loved ones with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). Thickening agents, like Thick-It and ThickenUp, change the consistency of edibles and liquids, reducing the risk of coughing and choking. Read More

How to Sign as Power of Attorney for Your Elderly Parent in 4 Easy Steps

Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Wed Oct 19 2022

Becoming your parent’s power of attorney (or POA) can be an important step as they age, especially if they can no longer make sound decisions surrounding their own medical and financial responsibilities. When you become a POA for your parent, you are called the “agent,” and your parent is called the “principal.” Read More

Mealtimes + Dementia: Pro Tips for Family Caregivers

Posted by Chad Birt on Tue Nov 21 2023

Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias affect memory and cognition, but they also impact your loved one’s ability to eat and drink. For some people, these conditions trigger overeating; But for others, they reduce appetite. Read More

How to Drink More Water

Posted by Chad Birt on Thu Aug 17 2023

Drinking water throughout the day is one of the best ways to maintain your health and support various bodily functions. The human body is composed of around 60% water, which contributes to different processes, like digestion, circulation, and temperature regulation. Read More