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What Is Virtual Caregiving? Will It Work For Me?
What is virtual caregiving? And, is it something that will work for you? I was reading the California Master Plan for Aging the other day and one of the goals …
Smart Caregiver Bed Alarm Sensor Pad – For Peace of Mind
I know many caregivers who are caring for someone who is at risk of falling or wandering off. This can be a challenge and puts a lot of stress on …
Mobile Help Vs Life Alert – Comparison Review
If you are a caregiver or family member caring for an older adult, ensuring their safety and well-being is paramount. Medical alert systems provide a critical lifeline in emergencies, offering …
How To Keep Seniors Cool – 8 Tips
As I write this, it is 120 degrees outside where I live in the southern California desert. This topic is very timely for many. As the summer heat intensifies, family …
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Caregiver ADL Checklist – Free Download
Getting out of bed in the morning, brushing your teeth, taking a shower, and eating breakfast are activities many of us do without giving a second thought. However, according to …
Father’s Day Gift Ideas For an Older Dad
Father’s Day is one of those holidays that get more special as dad gets older. It’s a time to reflect on how important he is as well as on the …
What is Dementia Bingo?
Bingo is a popular and fun activity for many people but it can be extremely overwhelming for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Fortunately, there is a simplified version of this …
What is the Best Shower Chair?
As we age, we tend to lose some of our mobility. Even simple tasks like showering can pose a serious fall risk for seniors and people with mobility issues. A …
What is the Senior Texting Code?
As more and more seniors are texting these days, we thought it would be good to answer everyone’s question…what is the senior texting code? So, we compiled a list! Bathroom …
How is the Drive Nitro Walker? I asked!
I saw a guy at the gym yesterday using a Drive Nitro Rollator Walker so I went up and asked him ‘how is the Drive Nitro Walker?’ I admitted to …
Senior Care Plan Template – Free Download
If you are caring for an elderly loved one or have hired a caregiver, having a care plan in place is essential. I will show you how to create a …
How to Monitor an Elderly Parent
Are you worried that your elderly parent is struggling to remain independent and that you can’t be there every day to make sure they are safe? There are millions of …
Caregiver Duties and Job Description
If you are looking to hire a caregiver or are planning on being a caregiver yourself, it’s a good idea to have a job description that outlines your caregiver duties. …
Elderly Fall Prevention Tips
One-third of seniors over the age of 65 will fall this year and only half of them will tell their doctor about it, according to the Centers for Disease Control …
How to Stay Safe in the Bathroom – 9 Tips
The bathroom is the least safest room in the house and it is where the majority of falls and accidents occur among older adults. It is estimated that 1/3 of …
Shower Chairs And The Elderly
In my opinion, shower chairs and the elderly go hand-in-hand. Even if you’re not considered “elderly” a fall in the shower or bathtub can be dangerous. In fact, just last …
Drive Medical Nitro Euro Style Rollator Walker Review – It’s Red Hot!
Maybe you are like me, and just HATING the idea of using a friggin “walker”…I know I was, still am. There is no way I want to be creeping along …
Standing Wheelchair Reviews – Get Off Your Butt!
My mother, Barbara, had MS and used a standing wheelchair for years. She LOVED that wheelchair. When we were out in public, she would often ask me to stand her …
Home Safety Checklist For Seniors – Free Download
One of the most common questions I get from people is where can I find a home safety checklist for seniors? Home safety is one of the most pressing concerns …
Does Medicare Cover Home Caregivers
The one question I get asked quite often is does Medicare cover home caregivers? While the simple answer is no, there are some exceptions. In this article I will talk …
How To Pay For In-Home Care
Although the cost for in-home care is usually a less expensive option than Assisted Living or Nursing Homes, the ability to afford Home Care is an important consideration. Most in-home …
How To Talk To Parents About Aging
After my mom had a brain hemorrhage due to complications from MS, she required 24-hour care. And, even though she had MS and we knew what the eventual outcome might …
COVID-19 and Caregivers
If you watch the news for even a minute these days you will undoubtedly be bombarded with information about COVID-19 (the coronavirus). I also know that the demands of caring …
Sample Family Caregiver Agreement
More than 34 million Americans served as informal (unpaid) caregivers during the previous year according to the AARP Public Policy Institute. Oftentimes, these are adult children caring for an aging …
California Caregiver Requirements
In the state of California, Home Care Aides must be registered through the California Home Care Aide Registry. Home Care Aide’s (HCA’s) can be registered through a licensed Home Care …
Dressing Aids For The Elderly
My mom was always fiercely independent. When she became disabled due to MS, we did everything we could to ensure she was able to do as much as she could …
COVID-19 And Elderly Isolation
This COVID-19 pandemic came quickly. It thrust us into a world most have never experienced before. Businesses closed almost instantly. We were advised to self-isolate and keep our distance from …
States That Pay Family Caregivers
Nearly 80% of adults living at home and receiving long-term care assistance depend solely on relatives and friends, according to the Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA). The role of informal caregiver …
