No matter the position in which you serve professionally or personally, communication will always be essential. It can be a challenge when working in-home care for seniors to communicate fluently with everyone involved. Sometimes, generational gaps can get in the way and cloud our understanding of one another. It can feel as though we are … Read more
There are many types of home health aide positions out on the market today, such as scheduled daily shifts, night shifts, and 24-hour shifts. Of course, a 24-hour shift-type nurse has to have the availability and flexibility to do these shifts. They can be scheduled at a moment’s notice, and as a nurse, you need … Read more
As everyone knows, we are in the midst of a worldwide pandemic with COVID. COVID is present in all 50 states. It is scary times that we are living in. COVID-19 is a respiratory disease that is caused by SARS-CoV-2, a new coronavirus discovered in 2019. At this time, the virus is spread mainly from … Read more
Every family has its own unique home care needs, and finding the right provider for your loved one can often feel overwhelming. Below, we’ve compiled a list of some essential details to consider during your search for a home health care provider, as well as a brief overview of the services offered by TLC Home … Read more
If you are looking for work or some home care for your loved one in Burlington, Vermont, it can be overwhelming. Which companies are worth it? Which companies have the more significant benefit packages for their employees? And on and on. But how do you determine which agencies are the best for your loved one … Read more
With the rise in Home Health Care and a pandemic on our hands, we need to keep it safe for everyone. Many families are not comfortable sending their loved ones to a nursing home facility anymore; with the horrible way nursing homes have been handled with the pandemic, people are not so sure if they … Read more
As years and years of experience is gained as a registered nurse, sometimes, you can become drawn from the job. Between the politics, the uncontrollable schedules, etc, can cause the job to be drugging and causing a loss of interest. Many nurses that are tired of the everyday grind, turn to working in the home … Read more
As a caregiver for an agency, sometimes you can forget about yourself. It is easy to fall into the whirlpool of loving and caring for an elder relying on your help and forget about your personal life. This is not healthy for anyone, especially your client and yourself. This can cause several issues, from mental … Read more
Pandemic fatigue is a real thing, but when your loved one requires specialized home care, it’s important not to let this fatigue cloud your judgment. Now, more than ever, home health care can serve as a lifeline to those that need it most. Home care services vary across the board, so research must be done … Read more
Sometimes, the most overwhelming issue for a family who has an older adult with limited mobility is rearranging for safety purposes. As we become older, our mobility becomes very limited, making it challenging to move about the home safely. As a caregiver, you must ensure the elder’s safety and help the family adjust to the … Read more