This is the first of a series of episodes that deals with what are some first steps family members should take to assist someone with dementia.  This episode focuses on safety.

Split the Load to Not Explode

The Knowledge for Caregivers Podcast will provide practical tips from a geriatric nurse's perspective on how to help your aged love one.  The world is experiencing an explosion of people living longer.  At some point though, an aged person begins to need help.  Most of that help is provided by family members.

Family members usually begin a steep learning curve on how to help their aged loved ones.  Every week I will provide practical tips that I use with my own family to help you navigate the care giving role.