Whether you’re a professional caregiver or an adult child caring for your aging parent, caring for somebody with a cognitive disease is an incredibly challenging experience. The following dementia caregiver tips could help both of you through this difficult experience.
Older adults are living longer thanks to improved technology, healthcare services, and quality of life. But as many people are finding, living longer doesn’t mean older adults retain the ability to care for themselves.
Caregiver support groups are a critical resource for managing the stress that frequently comes with family caregiving. However, when you’re juggling caregiving, work, home, and more, finding a group — let alone the time to attend — is easier said than done.
While there are many benefits of caregiving, it’s no secret that family caregivers face unique physical and financial challenges. The Credit for Caring Act would effectively alleviate caregiver role strain and help many find work/life balance.
Keep reading to learn about the signs your parent may need help at home and the benefits of getting them the help they need.
Caregiver Role Strain: Signs And Preventative Steps Do you constantly worry about how you will afford your loved one’s care? Have you ever been overcome
A memory cafe is a safe space provided by social and health service providers for seniors and family caregivers. If you are interested in the
Living away from your loved one can make caregiving more difficult, so here are a few tips for long-distance caregiving to help you.
Whether you’re exploring the field of caregiving or have several years of experience, caregiver training and certification is essential to your professional development. With that in mind, here are a few things you should know about how to become a licensed caregiver in Massachusetts.
Whether you plan on caring for an aging parent in the future or currently do so, a care plan can make all the difference. Here are a few recommendations for before, during, and after creating one for your loved one.
