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A Caregiver’s Guide to Senior Care Planning
Seven out of 10 people will require some form of long-term care in their lifetime, so it’s important to have an understanding of the different types of care along with their respective costs and ways to pay these expenses. There are five main types of senior care, which range from at-home services to moving to…
Read More4 New Trends in Family Caregiving that Could Change the Industry
Caring for our elders is one of the traits that is uniquely attributed to the human experience. In fact, years before there were modern technologies or advanced medication, our ancestors took great care of their elderly and greatly respected their wisdom. More recently, we have picked up on a few trends that seem to be…
Read MoreValuing Caregivers
We must value the work of care – both the paid and the unpaid. New Insurance Program- Nationwide ® and Compassion Society Benefits Launch First Caregiver Solution for Paid Family Leave Insurance
Read More5 Tips to Help you Provide the Best Care
The rate of caregiving in the U.S. has spiked from 16.6% in 2015 to 19.2% this year, and caregivers are also commonly caring for more than one individual at a time. America’s aging population is expanding the already existing deficit of professional caregivers, and many family members are having to intervene and provide care for…
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 MoreIn the Midst of Grief, there is Hope
Grief is an emotion that is not exclusively associated with losing someone you love. In fact, you may find that you experience grief when you change jobs, (i.e. retirement or being fired) or when there is a significant change in you or your loved one’s physical or mental health. For caregiver Donna O’Donnell Figurski, grief…
Read MoreNew Help and Discussion Forums Launched for Assisting and Training Family Caregivers, Nursing Assistants and Personal Aides
(Omaha, NE, September 11, 2020) – Caregivers and healthcare professionals require guidance and resources to maintain and improve upon their quality services. Dr. Eboni Green, President and CEO of Caregiver Support Services, has launched several dedicated online forums where all topics and issues pertinent to caregiving can be shared and discussed. Taking care of a…
Read MoreInnovative Insurance Plan Brings Relief to Caregivers
In the late 1990s, my father-in-law was diagnosed with lung cancer. Thankfully, he received treatment and returned to normal life. Then in 2014, the cancer returned with a vengeance, spreading to other organs. By fall we knew that he would need reliable assistance, so my husband resigned from his job and took the lead in…
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 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…
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