You’re caring for one or more parents as well as your own children, you have your job to deal with, there’s sports activities for the kids, doctors appointments and community functions, and now you have the holidays to deal with on top of it all. That’s enough to make you want to pull your hair…
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Don’t lose out on money that could be available to you by leaving your veterans benefits on the table. According to a New York Times article, hardly anyone who could benefit from the VA program knows they are eligible for it. This article explains what veterans home care benefits are, veterans benefits tips you may…
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Sometimes, the thought of having home health care can be a difficult transition, not only for your loved one but for the whole family as well. Here are some tips for how to prepare a loved one for home care. Independence is the Goal – If your loved one is a senior who wants to…
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Caring for one aging parent is difficult enough, and it’s multiplied considerably when both parents need caring for. It doesn’t matter if you are the caregiver or if you hire a caregiver and just handle the details of your loved ones’ healthcare, the emotional and physical strain is drastic. To top that off, the financial…
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If you’re a family caregiver who lives a long distance away from your loved one, you are not alone. It can be difficult to connect and communicate with your hired caregiver when this is the case. Of course, the way you will navigate this situation will vary depending on your loved one’s state of health,…
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Caregivers are special people. They are patient, compassionate, kind and of course, caring. But caring for a person in need is not easy. It’s all about giving, but rarely does it involve receiving. That’s why making an effort to appreciate your caregiver is extremely important. Whether you hired a caregiver or have a family caregiver…
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These days, we all have stress. Whether it’s because we are overworked, caring for a loved one, trying to meet a deadline, having money issues or any other number of stressful situations, stress is not good for any of us. The way we handle stress is a very innate, human response. As we perceive stress,…
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Nowadays, we often need gentle reminders to help us take the time to create those precious family moments that we can cherish forever. It’s not so automatic when we find ourselves stressed, rushed and focused on keeping afloat. Let this article serve as a gentle reminder for you. As we come into the holiday season,…
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When you begin the home care process for a loved one, it can be frustrating as you learn the ropes, but if you follow these tips, it will help ensure your new home care process runs smoothly. 5 Tips for a Successful Home Care Process 1) Create a Transition Binder – Prior to starting home…
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Since most homes are not designed to accommodate the needs of people over age 65, home modifications are usually necessary to make it possible for seniors to stay in their homes. As part of your initial home care assessment, your home care agency or nurse should provide you with an inventory of suggested home modifications…
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