How Do You Help Your Senior Avoid Injuries and Accidents?
As your senior’s caregiver, you’re going to spend a lot of time helping her to avoid accidents and injuries that can not only be painful, but that can land her in the hospital if they’re bad enough. That’s definitely worth taking some extra time and addressing some of these issues. Talk to Her Doctor about Fall Risk Your senior’s […]
What Are the Revised Covid-19 Symptoms?
As the world learns more about the coronavirus that causes Covid-19, more and more symptoms are becoming apparent. That has led the CDC to revise its list of symptoms to accommodate the new information. Here’s a rundown of the most recent information so that you and your elderly family member can stay informed during the coronavirus pandemic. Initially, […]
Do You Have Signs of Caregiver Burnout?
Although being a family caregiver can be very rewarding, it can also be one of the most challenging things you’ll ever do. Because of the stress and added work, caregiving puts you at risk for developing caregiver burnout. Caregiver burnout occurs when an individual reaches a point where they feel utterly exhausted—physically, mentally, and emotionally. If you believe […]
Five Low-cost Safety Changes You Can Make at Home
Keeping your senior as safe as possible at home is likely a big goal for you and for her. These tips can be implemented quickly and aren’t big budget solutions. Use Non-skid Strips on Stairs and in the Bathroom Non-skid strips are something that you can use in multiple areas of your senior’s home. The most common […]
