Caregivers
5 Essential Tips to Enhance your Role as a Caregiver
Caregiving is an essential role that many people find themselves filling, whether planned or unexpected. For most, caregiving responsibility is not considered until someone you love needs care. But no matter your case, once the responsibility presents itself, it is essential to approach caring for your loved one with diligence. Becoming a caregiver for a…
Read MoreCaregiver Tips: Creating a Safe Living Environment for Seniors
It is encouraging to see individuals living longer, healthier, and happier lives. The Urban Institute projected that one in five Americans would reach the age of sixty-five by 2040, compared to one in eight just twenty years ago. However, it should be noted that advanced age is associated with increased disability. As a caregiver, it is vital…
Read More5 Tips for Selecting Alzheimer’s or Dementia Care
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are progressive disorders that result in memory loss. These chronic medical conditions generally affect individuals in middle and later life, with millions of individuals being diagnosed worldwide each year. Following a diagnosis, your family may have to make a choice regarding the care of your loved one. For example, will your…
Read More4 Tips for Coping with a Terminal Diagnosis
One of the more grievous aspects of life is having to say goodbye to a loved one or client. Sometimes the loss is unexpected (due to an accident or an acute illness). In other instances, your loved one or client’s chronic condition contributes to a steady decline, resulting in his or her eventual passing. Either…
Read More10 Ways to Stay Healthy at Home
If you are one of the millions of caregivers who is spending more time at home due to the pandemic, you might feel like you are going to climb the walls. Yet, it is possible to stay healthy while you are at home. For example, you might consider designing a plan that includes a variety…
Read More6 Important Considerations when Caring for a Loved one or Client who is Injured
There may come a time when you find that you are caring for someone who is injured. Whether you are approaching this role as a professional caregiver or as a concerned friend or relative, there are important considerations that you will want to bear in mind. Caring for a loved one or client who has…
Read More4 Essential Considerations as you Prepare to Care for a Love One
Preplanning is an important aspect of caring for someone you love. In fact, understanding your loved one’s wishes sets a solid foundation for your future together. This is especially true if you are caring for a loved one with a chronic medical condition. However, you may put off broaching this topic with your loved one…
Read MoreMental Well-being: Signs you can Look for as a Caregiver
Mental wellness can become a challenge at any point in your life. However, as one ages there are several issues that can negatively impact one’s mental well-being. If you are a caregiver, you should be on the lookout for mental signs of mental distress among your elderly clients and loved ones. In this article, we…
Read MoreFall Prevention Resources for Seniors Aging in Place
For many seniors, the thought of spending their retirement at home is far preferable to moving into an assisted living facility. However, even healthy seniors worry about the risks of falling and sustaining grave injuries. If you want to age in place, you will need to be proactive about fall prevention. These resources will help…
Read MoreWhat does it Take to be a Caregiver?
Caring for others is one of the most important jobs in the world. The pandemic has highlighted the value of individuals who devote their time and energy to looking after others. If you’re considering a change of career, or you’re in a position where you may need to begin caring for a loved one in…
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