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Understanding and Managing Caregiver Burnout

Being a caregiver can be a rewarding and challenging role. On one hand, it can be fulfilling to care for a loved one. Many caregivers develop deeper connections with those they are caring for and take comfort in knowing they are improving their quality of life. On the other hand, there will be frustrations to overcome. […]

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Creating a Season of Joy: Managing Caregiver Stress During the Holidays

During the holiday season, it’s normal to feel stressed as a spouse, partner, friend, or adult child caregiver. With parties to plan, loved ones to visit, and desserts to indulge in, it’s easy to forget about self-care. Remember, you must take good care of yourself so you can continue providing the best love and support […]

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Music and Memory

Do you ever hear a song that instantly brings you back to a specific memory or feeling?  At Commonwealth Senior Living, we know that music is a vital part of living a meaningful life, and it’s especially important for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia.  In fact, recent studies have shown there is a significant connection […]

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Tell Me Your Favorite Song

By Erika Gennari, Director of Marketing & Communications You know that feeling you get when you hear an old song, and it immediately pulls you back in time to a specific moment in your life? For me, it’s “Don’t it Make My Brown Eyes Blue” by Crystal Brown. I’m immediately back in my parents’ kitchen, […]

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