Start With The Heart: Identifying The Right People To Care For Our Future
Start With The Heart: Identifying The Right People To Care For Our Future

Having worked with unlicensed professional Caregivers in Assisted Living and Home Care settings for the past 24 years, I’d like to say “I’ve seen it all”, but the severe shortage we’re experiencing among the post-acute care services now is unprecedented, and frankly worrisome.

3 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Exercise
3 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Exercise

Are you considering adding exercise to your daily routine or significantly increasing your level of activity? Talk to your doctor about the exercises and physical activities that are best for you. During your appointment, you can ask:

The Difference Between Home Health Care and Non-Medical Home Care Services
The Difference Between Home Health Care and Non-Medical Home Care Services

The first step in hiring senior services provided in the home is identifying the difference between non-medical home care and home health care. It is important to understand this distinction, since the type of care will both guide your search for the appropriate caregiver as well as define how you will be able to pay for home care.

8 Tips For Long Distance Caregiving
8 Tips For Long Distance Caregiving

Long-distance caregiving presents unique challenges. If you find yourself in the long-distance caregiving role, here is a summary of things to keep in mind.

Art And Music
Art And Music

Music can be powerful. Studies have shown music may reduce agitation and improve behavioral issues that are common in the middle-stages of the disease. Even in the late-stages of Alzheimer's, a person may be able to tap a beat or sing lyrics to a song from childhood. Music provides a way to connect, even after verbal communication has become difficult.

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