Posts Tagged ‘Home care’
Caregiver 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 More2021- The Year of the Healthcare Worker | Caregiver Support Services |
The 73rd World Health Assembly Jim Campbell, Director of the Health Workforce Department in WHO headquarters, stated: “Today’s decision gives clear direction on consensus and the necessary actions on the health and care workforce. WHO urges all Member States, International Financing Institutions, Global Health Initiatives and partners to invest in health workforce readiness, education and…
Read More6 Ways to Foster a Positive Relationship with a Loved One or Client
Caring for a loved one or client can be rewarding. However, there are times when providing care can be awkward. It can be particularly challenging to care for a client or loved one who refuses to accept help. In fact, although the relationship between you and your loved one or client is important, it may…
Read MoreWonderful Reasons to Become a Home Caregiver
Home caregivers work with vulnerable clients to foster independence and improve the quality of their lives. For those who love helping and enriching the lives of others, becoming a home caregiver can be a natural choice. It requires hard work and there can be challenging moments, but the rewards that come with being a home…
Read More6 Attributes you Need to Work in Healthcare
When you apply for a position in healthcare, potential employers are looking at more than your training and employment history. While your clinical experience and skills are obviously important, your “soft” skills or personality traits are just as important. These are essential attributes that you will use to work with your patients, colleagues, and peers.…
Read More7 Tips to Keep you Organized as a Caregiver
Do you have someone in your home who is battling a long-term illness and is dependent on you for their daily tasks? Are you one of those family caregivers who is trying hard to manage multiple tasks of providing full-time care to a loved one while fulfilling professional commitments? If the answer to these questions…
Read MoreOn the Edge of Caregiver Burnout?
Whether it’s your chosen profession or something you’ve had to learn in order to support a loved one, there’s little doubt that – as rewarding as it can be – caregiving can also occasionally be stressful and emotionally demanding. Having someone rely on you is a deep responsibility especially when your loved one or client…
Read MoreA 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 MoreWhy Caregivers are Essential
Caring for a loved one or client can be enormously fulfilling. In addition, caregivers play an important role in supporting individuals achieve their highest level of functioning. However, these are not the only reasons caregivers are essential. The following are some of the key reasons why caregiving is so important: Caregivers Assist a Loved One…
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…
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