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Caregiver Resources: 15 Tips for Safe Medication Practices
Learn 15 caregiver strategies for safe medication practices for your loved ones.


5 Affordable Gift Ideas to Show Your Caregiver You Appreciate Them
Discover affordable ways to honor the caregiver in your life with meaningful ideas that mix relaxation, gratitude, and everyday convenience.


6 Simple Practices to Help Your Home Caregiver Thrive
You and your caregiver can work together to make certain you get the care you need.


Top Reasons to Consider a Family Member or Friend as Your Caregiver
Family and friends as caregivers often bring a deep understanding of their loved one's needs and preferences.


How to Create a Caregiving Schedule for Self-Directed Home Care
We cover how to approach, create, and implement a care schedule that works for you and your caregiver.


Handling Balance Challenges It with Your Caregiver
Recognizing the signs and causes of balance problems, and knowing common myths, is important for safety and independence.


Family Home Care: Should You Get Certified as a Caregiver?
Certification isn't always necessary, especially for self-directed caregivers who work primarily in home settings.


5 Quick Tips for Creating a Shopping Plan with Your Caregiver
A shopping strategy can ensure you "shop smart" with your caregiver.


Safe Caregiving: Tips for Caregivers to Avoid Injury
Caring for a loved one at home can be deeply rewarding, but it also comes with risks. If you're not moving or lifting someone in the right way, you can seriously hurt yourself (or your patient). Even qualified caregivers often suffer from injuries such as back strain or muscle tears because they're not using the right techniques. Learning the basics of safe movement and body mechanics is important to protect yourself from injury. This piece covers simple tips to help you avo


8 Ways to Team Up with Your Caregiver
Teamwork between caregivers and care recipients is the backbone of a supportive and effective caregiving relationship. When everyone works together, the quality of care improves, leaving both individuals feeling fully respected. In self-directed programs, as the person receiving care, you are the ultimate decision-maker in this partnership. Your voice, choices, and autonomy are at the heart of every decision. By actively engaging with your caregiver, you can build a collabora


Soft Foods That Seniors Will Love: Easy and Tasty Meal Ideas
As we age, eating can sometimes become more challenging. Issues like dental problems, difficulty swallowing, loss of appetite, or digestive issues can make mealtime less enjoyable. Luckily, there are food options that can make eating stress-free and nutritious for seniors. This is where soft foods come in. They’re often easier to chew and swallow and can be easier to digest than hard, fibrous foods. If you want to make meals more manageable and delicious, our guide to soft f


Engaging Activities for Your Family Member with Limited Mobility
Mobility issues caused by aging or disability can be a pain—literally and figuratively—but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy an active, fulfilling, and entertaining life. Many hobbies and activities can be modified or designed to accommodate specific mobility issues. These pastimes give those with limited movement a pathway to staying active - mentally and physically. It can allow the exploration of new interests and encourage the growth of joy and a sense of purpose. Let's


Identifying Caregiver Stress and Exhaustion Symptoms - And What to Do About It
Caregiving can lead to caregiver burnout if you don't look after yourself.


4 Things I Wish Someone Told Me When I Started In-Home Caretaking
Caregiving can be challenging, especially when you’re new to the role and unsure what to expect.


The Unseen Benefits of Aging in Place: Why It's a Great Choice for Seniors and Caregivers
Some of the reasons why aging in place is a luxurious, thoughtful, and beneficial choice for seniors and caregivers alike.
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