One of the best ways to cope with the challenges of being a caregiver is to join a support group so you can learn and ask questions about problems you’re having. It’s not always possible, though, for caregivers who are raising a family, working a job, and caring for a loved one. Fortunately, technology has Read More
Stroke Recovery Care: 5 Unexpected Things Caregivers Absolutely Must Know
When a loved one suffers a stroke and they need your help to recover, so much seems to be up in the air. What do you need to know about recovery? How do you find the balance necessary to take care of yourself as well as your loved one? As stroke recovery care specialists, we Read More
4 Organizations Every Family Caregiver Should Know
Every family caregiver knows how isolating and challenging caring for a loved one can be. But you don’t have to go it alone. Here are five organizations that every family caregiver should know. Family Caregiver Alliance Who are they? The Family Caregiver Alliance focuses on promoting and supporting caregiver needs. Founded in 1977, the FCA Read More
How to Empower Your Caregiving in One SIMPLE Step
Being a good caregiver requires more than any single tip can provide. After all, there are no two people in the world who are the same. Each of our loved ones who needs our help deals with different challenges. Every single one of us caregivers encounters problems that no one else has faced before. However, Read More
Caring for Aging Parents: 6 Tips for Overworked Caregivers
Caring for aging parents is challenging, even for those who are well-equipped for the task. The workload is heavy, and it can grind you down if you don’t take care of yourself. In elder care, there is a saying: “Secure your own oxygen mask before helping someone else.” If you’ve ever been on an airplane, Read More