43% of informal or unpaid caregivers feel that it is their personal responsibility to provide help with activities of daily living because no one else will and/or care is not covered by insurance. Often, this care amounts to a full-time job in hours per week. When a caregiver also has their own life and job responsibilities, this routine can lead to burnout. In these cases, in home respite care services are necessary for the provider’s quality of life. Read More»
In-home senior care is a helpful option for many seniors. Not only does in-home care help seniors get the medical care they need to optimize their health, but it also allows them to remain in their own homes.
If you have a senior in your life who will be receiving in-home care for the first time, or is switching to a different care provider, it’s important to help them adjust to their new caregiver. Read More»
According to the latest statistics, 47 million Americans are over the age of 65. These seniors are more susceptible to getting sick or injured than those who are younger than them. Many seniors have more than one chronic condition. Because of this, they will require more medical attention and care as they age. Some of them will require around-the-clock assistance and will be placed in a nursing home or senior living community. Read More»
As your loved one gets older, he or she will require more care. As a loving family member, you will want to do everything that you can to make certain that he or she is properly attended to. However, many senior citizens want to maintain that sense of independence; they want to feel as if they still have control over their lives. So, one way to create a balance for the both of you is to hire an in-home senior caregiver. Read More»
As loved ones age, they can no longer live the independent lifestyle that they’ve enjoyed all of their lives. If you have a loved one that has reached the point at which it’s just not possible for them to live at home alone all of the time, there are in home care services that you could benefit from utilizing. Here, you’ll find out about some of these services.
Does your loved one need medical care at home? Read More»
