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“I Am So Tired of Being a Caregiver!”: Dealing with Caregiver Burnout
Being a caregiver can be a stressful, all-consuming job that will wear on anyone over time. The responsibility, ups and downs, and stress can pile up over time and lead to burnout. If you find yourself thinking, “I am so…
How Home Care Helps after a Total Hip and Total Knee Replacements
Home care specialists provide recovery support and assistance as your loved one returns home after being hospitalized for a total hip and total knee replacements. Home Care Interventions for Patients being discharged for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacements The…
How Home Care Helps After Pneumonia
Home care specialists provide support and assistance as your loved one returns home after being hospitalized for pneumonia. What is Home Care? Home care is a more personalized alternative to nursing homes and assisted living facilities. It provides services such…
5 Tips for Preventing Social Isolation in the Elderly
Social interaction is an important part of maintaining general wellness in all stages of life, but it is especially important for seniors. As people age, they face many challenges like health decline and mobility issues that can make social interaction…
Meal Planning for Elderly Parents: Tips for Caregivers of Aging Adults
Food not only fulfills our basic dietary needs, but it can also be a source of comfort. However, our relationships with food can change as we age. Taste buds evolve, dental health becomes a factor, and medication side effects can…
Taking a Look at AARP & United Way’s 211 Caregiver Outreach Program
Acting as a family caregiver is one of the most challenging jobs around. Covering day-to-day responsibilities can be overwhelming, even for seasoned professionals. For this reason, it’s not uncommon for caregivers to face burnout, mental breakdowns, or even chronic health…