The days of caregiving and hours at home can get long. Or, perhaps you can’t be with your loved one during the day due to work or other demands. An adult day program might be just the thing your loved one needs to meaningfully pass the time while still living at home. An adult … [Read more...] about Colorful Days – Could Your Loved One Benefit From A Day Program
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Here Are More Tips On How To Help Someone Who Is Helping Others
This is a continuation of the article listed in the P.S. below: Do you know a caregiver? Maybe a neighbor who keeps to themselves? A member of your church who hasn’t been attending because they are nervous about bringing their loved one? A coworker who is struggling? A friend … [Read more...] about Here Are More Tips On How To Help Someone Who Is Helping Others
Caregiver Circle: Quick Pick-Me-Ups
“For those living alone, be sure they have the essentials and a few treats to enjoy each day," says Joanne Flatt, regional director at Bluebird Homecare. "You can deliver groceries, fresh flowers, their favorite magazines — whatever you know gives them comfort in their daily … [Read more...] about Caregiver Circle: Quick Pick-Me-Ups
Hiring A Caregiver: Family Dynamics, Communication, And Caregiving
A family’s dynamics will be at play when and if a loved one develops a need that requires caregiving. As a primary caregiver to her husband for 25 years, a team caregiver to her mother and sister, and a caregiver support group facilitator, Joy Walters has both experienced and … [Read more...] about Hiring A Caregiver: Family Dynamics, Communication, And Caregiving
Comforting Those Who Comfort – Caregiver Connection & Hosparus Help
Part Two: Chances are pretty good that you know someone who is a family caregiver. According to the AARP, in 2020, more than one in five Americans were providing care to someone with an illness or special need. Family caregiving is usually an unpaid … [Read more...] about Comforting Those Who Comfort – Caregiver Connection & Hosparus Help