by Ashlyn Byrd | Oct 10, 2018 | Caregiver Resources
By Ashlyn Byrd Older adults in America have an increased risk of developing depression, but it an important fact that depression has nothing to do with the normal aging process. Older adults who are likely to develop depression usually have one or more chronic...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Sep 28, 2018 | Caregiver Resources
Close to Abilene Christian University’s campus is the Center for Speech, Language and Learning. This facility is located at 1541 N Judge Ely Blvd, and is part of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Abilene Christian University. Services are...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Sep 26, 2018 | Caregiver Resources
By Haleigh Heath Caregiving is something everyone of us has heard of, but some of us may have not heard of the different physical and psychological effects it can have on the person providing the care. Caregiving can be very strenuous depending on the level of care...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Sep 21, 2018 | Caregiver Resources
Communication is an essential asset in everyday life. It helps develop and maintain relationships, request items, ask questions, and it is allows us to live a meaningful life. When communication is taken away, your whole life is affected. Those who are diagnosed with...
by Helen Teague | Mar 9, 2016 | Caregiver Resources
Special thanks to all who attended Dr. Pruett’s presentation, “You & Your Aging Parent” today at the Adams Center. Dr. Pruett’s intergenerational presentation was sponsored and organized by the Family First Speaker Series. ...
by Sue Garcia | Nov 14, 2012 | Caregiver Resources
Not only is our population growing older but life for our seniors is also becoming more complex. Understanding all the financial, legal, and medical options and obligations can be overwhelming for them as well as for us. Add to these the challenges of maintaining a...