Recognize that people are caregivers in different ways. Should you force them to help? No, but be specific in your requests. Remember to never demand that help be given. If your [...]
The only way you’ll be successful in managing this experience is if you take time for yourself, daily, weekly, monthly and yearly. When you take regular breaks, you can cope [...]
As a family caregiver you are obligated to provide a safe and healthy living environment for your senior. And, you are obligated to protect your senior from abuse–physical, emotional or [...]
Family caregivers often encounter huge obstacles in finding, keeping, providing and affording quality care. Recognize that caregiving may not be easy and that perfect solutions do not exist. Get good [...]
Everyone has his or her limits and it’s important to respect yours. As a family caregiver you are responsible for providing a safe, healthy living environment–wherever that may be: your [...]
In a recent survey, family caregivers said that they expect to be a caregiver for at least five years, with many believing the experience will last 10 years. Since this [...]
Not at all! Call the agency and speak with us. Explain your concerns and ask for suggestions. If you believe the situation cannot be resolved with the current aide, ask [...]
Respite care refers to services used by a family caregiver in order to take a break. Respite care may be offered through a local organization, a state-funded program or a [...]
