In recent years, Americans have witnessed a drastic change in the way we care for our elders and our children. The average family size has become smaller, and many of us find ourselves living extended distances from our aging parents. Add to the mix the increasing number of households that require multiple full-time incomes, and…
The experience of having a stroke is incredibly difficult. However, after a stroke has occurred, finding your path forward can be even more complex. Your discharge from the hospital is just the first in a number of steps. Deciding where to turn could make all the difference in your stroke recovery. Enlisting the Help of…
Home healthcare services are the right choice in a number of situations, but not everyone understands when they might be a perfect candidate for home healthcare services. Take a look at when it might be right for you. For Seniors: Homecare services are right for seniors who live or spend quite a bit of time alone,…
Patients and their families seeking in home healthcare services have many decisions to make. Among the most important is whether to move forward with licensed in home services or certified services. If you’re not sure which might be right in your particular case. It may be best to look at the difference between the two.…
According to a joint study by the AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, an estimated 44 million Americans provided caregiver services for an adult family member in 2015. While many of them took the responsibility of providing care for a family member willingly, an overwhelming number of them believe they had no choice in…
Being a caregiver is a very fulfilling and worthwhile task. However, sometimes, in the day-to-day challenges that arise, it can be easy to lose sight of that and let the stress and frustration get the best of you. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed and burnt out…. and you’re not alone. Here are…
“There are only four kinds of people in the world. ~ Those who have been caregivers. ~ Those who are currently caregivers. ~ Those who will be caregivers, and ~ those who will need a caregiver.” ― Rosalyn Carter Statistics on Caregiving According to the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) and the AARP Public Policy…
Prevent Elderly Falls When you have a loved one coming home to live with you, or you are helping prepare their home when returning from a hospital or rehab stay, you need to ensure that they come home to a safe environment. While we have covered a few of these tips in the past, they…
Psychological and Logistical Challenges One of the biggest difficulties when moving the elderly to a new residence is the sorting through all their possessions. These are things they’ve accumulated over their lifetime, and many have emotional attachments and cherished memories connected to them. While de-cluttering can have a freeing feeling, it can also signal the…
When seniors become stuck at home because of their age or physical limitations, it is easy for them to become bored and lonely. If you have a friend or a loved one who is cooped up inside this winter, you can help. Lift their spirits and provide some much-needed company by bringing the fun to…