Caregiver Tips
Tips for Safely Caring for Your Back While Caregiving
Caring for your back is crucial when providing care for a family member. The physical demands of caregiving, can take a toll on your back.
Aging In Place
Caregiving Issues
A Person Centered Approach to Dementia Care
A person-centered approach to dementia care addresses key needs such as nutrition, psychological support, and community resources. Improve care quality for dementia patients & family care partners.
Activities
Caring for Aging Parents with Dementia: Personal Care Tips
Learn how to assist and provide personal care for aging parents with dementia. Good grooming is essential for promoting health and preventing infections. Our tips cover hair, nail, oral, and shaving care, as well as alternative methods for non-cooperative patients.
Planning Ahead
Proactive Childless Couple Preparing for Aging
Judy Morton writes about her neighbors and their proactive approach to aging. Learn about their decision to move into an assisted living facility and the steps they're taking to ensure a comfortable and independent future.
Professional Services
What is Elder Care Case Management and Its Benefits?
Navigating the complexities of healthcare and social services for aging loved ones can be overwhelming. Elder Care Case Management, a holistic approach that coordinates healthcare and social services for the elderly.
New to Caregiving
New to Caregiving-Get Some Practical Help
Learn about types of home health care for older adults, community resources, and financial assistance options. Navigate insurance coverage and understand the importance of respite care for caregivers.
Caregiver Support
Please Share Why Caregiver Education Would Benefit You
Caregivers for aging family members often struggle with emotional and physical strain. Share your experiences and advocate for the resources and support you need, including a 24/7 caregiver education hotline and a dementia care management program.
Aging In Place
Questions to Ask In Home Care Agencies
Download the free Questions To Ask In Home Care guide today! Find out everything you need before selecting an in-home caregiver so that your loved ones get the best possible medical assistance in the comfort of their own homes.
Caregiver Stories
The Healing Power of Pets for Alzheimer's Disease
Discover how pets can improve the emotional well-being of those with Alzheimer's Disease. From companionship to reducing anxiety, learn how dogs and cats can make a significant difference.
Aging In Place
Deciding Home Health Care vs Nursing Home Cost
When aging adults and their families are considering long-term care options, they may find themselves weighing the pros and cons of a nursing home versus aging in place with home care. Learn about the things to consider when making this important decision for your aging loved one.
Financial / Legal
6 Tips to Navigate Non-Medicare Home Care Agencies
As we age, it's important to plan and prepare for the possibility of needing assistance. Learn about the benefits of non-Medicare home care agencies and how to choose the right one for you. Plus, find out how to pay for the services you may need in the future.
Caring for the caregiver
The Stress of Caregiving
We offer emotional support and practical advice to help manage stress and develop a personalized care plan. Plus, check out our free stress management tools and resources.