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Being a caregiver can be extremely stressful – and caregiver burnout is real. According to the Cleveland Clinic, caregiver burnout often happens when caregivers aren’t getting the help they need - they may be stretched too thin and trying to do more than they can physically or mentally handle.
A rapidly aging population combined with a heightened desire to age in place has created the “perfect storm” for employment opportunities within home care. If becoming a professional caregiver interests you, this handy roadmap could be your pathway to success.
It can be intimidating to think about having your senior loved one aging in a home that wasn’t designed for long-term care. However, numerous modifications can be made to keep it safe for a senior to remain where they’re happiest.
Caring for a loved one with dementia? Looking for something fun and engaging to do? The JF&CS Memory Cafe coming up might be perfect!
You decided that it might be best to hire mom a professional home caregiver. But where do you start? Finding the right in-home caregiver for an aging loved one can be challenging. Taking these steps should help simplify your search.
As a family caregiver, you may find it challenging to do regular proactive meal planning for your loved one. However, meal planning can take away much of the stress of making a variety of meals every day that are healthy and nutritious. It will save you time and money and give your loved ones added variety that keeps them interested in eating.
Millions of paid caregivers proudly serve on the front lines of America’s healthcare system each day. Many of those dedicated professionals help older adults lead independent lifestyles in the safety and comfort of their own homes. As the U.S. population continues to age, the need for home care workers will continue to rise dramatically over the next decade.
Being hospitalized is never a pleasant experience for anyone, young or old. But, it’s been proven to be especially harmful to seniors with dementia. As a family caregiver, there are some things you can do to help make a hospital stay more manageable and more beneficial for a loved one with dementia.
Check out what tidbits you can relate to or learn from in our Caregiving Connection Newsletter!
Whether you’re an elderly care recipient or a concerned family member, knowing how to tell the difference between home care and home health care will no doubt matter when important decisions weigh in the balance.
Assisting Hands Home Care provides in-home senior care for families in Lexington, Bedford, and throughout the greater Boston Northwest area.
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