Family Caregiver Challenges: When Siblings Aren’t Helping
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One of many family caregiver challenges is difficult family dynamics.
If you’re managing all of the care for your aging parents solo while your siblings refrain from helping, you’re not alone. As a matter of fact, as many as half of all family caregivers are taking care of an aging loved one on their own, according to a recent report from AARP. It’s one of the top family caregiver challenges being faced, and can be difficult to know how to resolve. Read more
Accessing Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits
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/in Alzhimer's Disease, Benefits of Home Care, Choosing Home Care, Dementia Care, Depression, Elder Care, Family Caregiving, Hillendale Home Care Resources, Senior Activities, Senior Health, Senior Hygiene, Senior SafetyDementia Care Experts Recommend Approaching Senior Bathing Care with a SMILE
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Use the SMILE technique when approaching bathing care for seniors.
Close your eyes for a moment and imagine this: Most of your life has been devoted to taking care of and helping others – as a parent, during your career, through volunteering in your local community, and as a grandparent. After living independently and being in control of any decisions that impact your life, you now find yourself as the one who needs assistance with bathing and other daily care tasks. Imagine the vulnerability, sense of loss, and fear that may be experienced when suddenly day-to-day tasks are challenging to complete. Read more
Wheelchair Home Modifications for Elderly and Disabled Persons
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Learn tips for making home modifications for wheelchair access from one of the top-rated home care agencies serving Pleasanton and nearby areas.
Home is where the heart is, and it’s for that reason that so many people make the choice to remain at home through their golden years. But oftentimes wheelchairs become a part of life when individuals or those with certain disabilities lose mobility. This can be a unique challenge when it comes to making sure the home is a safe place. But a few wheelchair home modifications for elderly and disabled persons can greatly improve safety. Read more
How to Best Meet Nutritional Needs for Seniors
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