Posts by Dr. Eboni Green
3 Classes your Home Care Employees Should Take
Home care employees offer services to a variety of clients in their homes. It is expected that the field of home care will continue to grow over the next several years. The duties of a home care employee can differ depending on the client and their individual needs. As such the skills and knowledge required…
Read MoreSenior Smartphone Apps to Help Your Loved One Live Independently
As a caregiver, technology can be your friend! There are a number of excellent smartphone apps that can help your aging loved one stay organized, manage their finances and stay connected with others. It’s estimated that 42% of seniors own a smartphone, according to the Pew Research Center, and perhaps many more would be open…
Read MoreGrief among Caregivers: Healthy ways to Cope with your Sadness
Imagine that you are sailing in open water on your way to a beautiful island. You have been traveling for a long time, but you finally catch a glimpse of the island off in the distance and feel a sense of relief that you are so close to reaching your destination. You take this…
Read MoreCharlie Speaks! Caregiving and Coping from a Nurses Perspective
This is only a Test I’m sure you all remember that annoying emergency testing announcement “This is a test this is only a test” Beeeeeeeep Beeeeeeeep!” imagine that sound going on for 12 hours straight! Not just the sound but the way it makes you feel. “Good lord is it over already” and the stressful…
Read More5 Signs That Your Loved One Needs Mobility Equipment
As we start to age and get older, it’s usual to experience reduced mobility and issues with our flexibility and suppleness. Some people suffer with these issues more than others in their old age, and it is usually necessary for them to use a mobility scooter or an electric wheelchair. However, even though some people…
Read MoreCaregivers: 13 Foods that Promote Recovery and Healing
After intensive surgery, it’s vital to take post-operative care seriously. Nutrition is one of the most critical aspects of ensuring that the body has everything that it needs to heal. The American Cancer Society highly recommends a proper nutrition-filled diet to rebuild tissue and ultimately regain your strength. However, there is a lot of food…
Read MoreAnnouncing: A New Online Course For Frontline Caregivers!
Preventing the Spread of Infection For Immediate Release Contact: Eboni Green, PhD, RN Email: [email protected] [Omaha, NE] Caregivers on the frontline – both family members and professionals – can now take advantage of a new educational offering on how to prevent the spread of infection. The nonprofit organization Caregiver Support Services, which specializes…
Read MoreHow to Prepare your Home When a Senior Loved One is Moving in
As they get older, seniors may choose to move in with their children. This provides them with companionship and care they need as they age while also allowing them to maintain close contact with their kids and grandkids. Sharing a family home can also cut expenses for all involved. Given the advantages, especially during the…
Read MoreCaregivers TakeCHARGE during COVID-19!
As we know from the headlines, even if you are perfectly healthy today that can change in an instant. Thousands of people and their families are facing unthinkable choices about medical care, those who did not prepare their “advance directives” ahead of time to state their wishes are at the mercy of fate. So, the…
Read More5 Simple and Safe DIY Projects to Help Caregivers Pass Time while Social Distancing at Home
With so many of us stuck at home due to COVID-19 social distancing, we are all searching for ways to stay busy. Streaming movies and relaxing can be wonderful ways to spend time and calm anxieties, but you may find yourself desiring more productive activities to help pass the time while you are social distancing.…
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