Educational Resources for Family Caregivers: Enhance Your Skills and Knowledge
Family caregivers don’t have to go it alone, these resources and tools can help you provide top-notch care while caring for yourself too!
Exploring Career Paths in Professional Caregiving: Opportunities Beyond the Basics
Gain insight into the diverse career pathways available and find inspiration to pursue a career in professional caregiving and beyond.
Finding Happiness in Caregiving
Caregiving is growing in the United States as seniors enjoy longer lifespans. Approximately 12 million family members care for an aging adult. Although caregiving is filled with ups and downs, caregivers can find plenty of happiness in this demanding yet highly rewarding role. The regular support from families allows their elderly loved ones to age in place. It is less…
How to Help Seniors Who Refuse Assistance
It may be obvious to family members that an aging parent or relative needs assistance at home. But the senior may view the situation differently and refuse help. When older loved ones resist support, it’s still critical to ensure they receive it. Here are ways to open up the dialogue. Adult children are not alone when aging parents refuse help…
What to Know About Caregiver Burnout
Every caregiving journey is filled with ups and downs. Nevertheless, fulfilling the care needs of an aging loved one is an immensely rewarding experience. While caregiving comes with satisfaction, it can also lead to burnout. Here’s what caregivers should know. What is caregiver burnout? Caregivers enter a physically and emotionally demanding role. The individual providing continual care to a senior,…
