Working as a home care provider can be a challenge at times. Whether you are doing 24hr nursing care at home or are working as one of many in-home care providers assigned by a personal home care agency, the opportunity to overexert yourself is ever-present. How To Identify Burnout How do you know if you … Read more
As we age, there are many ailments to be warned about, but the biggest of them all is dementia. Dementia is not a part of aging; most people believe that it is because of its effect on the elderly, but various brain illnesses cause it because it is a syndrome. For those whom this disease … Read more
As nursing homes become a place where no one wants to send their loved ones, home health care workers have come to save the day. RN’s, CNA’s, etc., are leaving their hospital or nursing home jobs to work within the homes with the elderly. They feel it is a more important job, compassionate than working … Read more
Hospitals, everyone thinks, are where most nurses need to be, especially with what is going on in our country today, but they are not the only medical industry places that need help. With a shortage of nurses, people who need help at home are struggling to do daily activities. Yes, becoming a hospital nurse is … Read more
Not every caregiver will be the right fit; sometimes. It doesn’t have to be anyone’s fault, but it is essential to find someone who can build a relationship with your loved one and you as a family member. There are times when it just takes a little getting used to, especially if your elderly family … Read more
Elder abuse and neglect are more common than not. As a loved one living with someone who needs help from a caregiver, you need to know the signs so you can get help right away. Sometimes it is not as straightforward as you would expect, but there are warning signs that you need to be … Read more
Eating nutritiously is important at every age, but it becomes even more so as we age. Not only does a healthy diet help to improve mental function, lift energy levels, and boost resistance to illness, it can also help maintain a positive outlook and even improve mental health. What’s more, eating a healthy diet doesn’t … Read more