Tag Archives: caregiver resources
How Professional Caregivers Can Help During the Holidays
Most older adults hire a home care caregiver to assist with daily tasks, personal hygiene, or companionship. However, did you know that caregivers can provide significant support during the busy holiday season as well as throughout the year? Here at … Continue reading
Sensory Stimulation and Dementia
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and we always like to jump in the conversation in order to supply information and resources to the clients we serve, and their family members. If your senior loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease … Continue reading
Common Side Effects of Medications
The month of October is home to Pharmacy Week (October 20-26, 2024), an annual week that recognizes the pharmacists in our communities and celebrates their expertise. Pharmacists are an excellent source of information, especially for older adults who take more … Continue reading
4 Questions to Ask Your Loved One About Their Future Plans
While emergencies and health crises do get in the way sometimes, it is always ideal to know your aging loved one’s goals and plans before a fall, heart attack, stroke, or other unplanned event occurs. Fortunately, talking about estate planning … Continue reading
Family Caregiver Tips: Assisting with Personal Care
When your aging loved one needs a little extra assistance or support, you might find yourself stepping into a caregiving role. And you aren’t alone. About 25% of adults have done some type of family caregiving for a senior loved … Continue reading
Family Caregiver Self-Care Ideas
Being a family caregiver is rewarding, certainly. But no matter if you are caring for a loved one who lives 10 minutes away or 10 hours away, caregiving can also be quite exhausting and challenging. Family caregivers are prone to … Continue reading
Seniors and Ride Share Services
Transportation challenges can be one of the biggest barriers to seniors engaging in social opportunities, following up with medical appointments, or running important errands. With about only 20% of adults over the age of 65 being licensed drivers, it is … Continue reading
Celebrating Aging Women in Your Life
This month, as we celebrate our CaringGivers 10th anniversary, we can’t help but think about the community that has trusted us with senior care throughout the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia). To say that we are thankful is … Continue reading
What to Do When Your Loved One Refuses Assistance
You know that your aging loved one needs some support at home. Maybe you’ve noticed they struggle with personal care tasks or can’t keep up with basic housekeeping. Or, perhaps you’ve noticed they aren’t eating well or are struggling with … Continue reading
Anesthesia and Seniors: What You Need to Know
When your senior loved one needs a dental or medical procedure, it is common to think about logistics like recovery time and pain, as well as making sure to inform the physician about any allergies or other potential complications. However, … Continue reading