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Personal Care Aide (PCA) vs. Home Health Aide (HHA): What are the Differences?
When it comes to finding care for an elderly loved one, the process can seem overwhelming. Like many families, you may not be familiar with the types of caregivers, and you may be unsure exactly what level of care your…
Free Webinar: Caregiving Challenges & Strategies: How to PACE Yourself
Join us May 25, 2022 at 3:00 PT for an interactive webinar and live Q&A with Tami Anastasia, M.A., CSA to discover the PACE approach to caregiving. Date: Wednesday, May 25, 2022Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PST Understand the…
Exploring the Pros & Cons of Elderly Parents Living in Their Own Home
Deciding what living situation is most appropriate for an elderly parent or loved one can be difficult. On the one hand, keeping them at home may seem to be more comfortable and more affordable. On the other hand, living at…
Skilled Nursing Facility vs. Nursing Home: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to caring for seniors, there is no one-size-fits-all. That's why senior living communities specialize in different types of care. A senior who needs help with everyday activities for the long term is much different than a senior…
Assistive Domotics for the Elderly: Home Automation for Seniors
As seniors age, they often experience a decline in mobility. Lack of mobility could be due to arthritis or other joint inflammation, a chronic disease that impacts movement, or even the symptom of cognitive decline. Previous generations of seniors did…
10 Questions to Ask a Caregiver Agency When Seeking Help
Finding an in-home caregiver agency can seem like a daunting task. You are most likely considering hiring an in-home caregiver because a loved one needs a little extra help carrying out day-to-day tasks at home. Trusting someone to come into…
