Holiday Planning for Caregivers

The holidays can be extremely stressful for caregivers, and it can take a little bit of effort to really enjoy the spirit of the season even while caring for an elderly family member. Here are some tips for senior caregivers to make the most of the holidays!

1. Get shopping done in advance – don’t just shop for the holidays when the season is approaching, start early. Keep your shopping list in mind throughout the year, and when you find something that you think someone in your life would appreciate as a holiday gift, buy it and store it away!

2. Get into the spirit with your loved one – involve your senior in seasonal preparations. Put up decorations together, collaborate on writing cards, and even create decorations or bake

3. Reminisce about past holidays – remember happy times in the past with your senior care recipient. Even if there are members of the family no longer with you, positive memories create positive holiday experiences

4. Remember to ensure that the senior you care for is comfortable – when family is visiting, particularly a senior with Alzheimer’s might become overwhelmed. Try to keep the noise down and give them a quiet place to escape to.

5. Plan and ask for help – for any holiday celebrations, plan early and write everything down. Then, you’ll feel less overwhelmed about the process and can better ask for help

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