Caring for a loved one is hard on family members. Whether it’s caring for a disabled child, elderly parents, someone living with cancer or dementia, it’s a time-consuming commitment. If you’re a full-time caregiver, you know that it’s impossible to do it all. Besides being physically and mentally demanding, providing care to a loved one can result in burnout. You…
It’s no surprise that Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report high levels of stress. It can be an overwhelming job. This article from the Alzheimer’s Association give us the 10 symptoms of caregiver stress and tips to avoid burnout. Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report experiencing high levels of stress. It can be overwhelming to take care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s or…
One of the most important things a home care company can do is make great client-caregiver matches. Taking care of a person who rarely leaves home can be challenging, but our caregivers make it interesting by being good listeners. Read about Hawah, one of the caregivers we work with.
Leontine Chantal Ahyi Taking care of someone in their home demands patience and attention. It’s not just going about a routine from day-to-day, but instead, taking the time to observe and listen. It is Chantal’s demonstration of commitment and attention to detail that impressed us. Here’s her story. Chantal was at her client’s house when she noticed one morning that…
Making Her Client Feel Special Hawah Mansray is one of our caregivers. She’s a jewel. While some people may think that taking care of a person who rarely leaves her home would be boring, Hawah makes it both interesting . . . and personal. Listening is a skill we probably all need to improve on. But Hawah seems to understand…
Our Caregiver Of The Year for 2017 is a real jewel! Jane has worked for the same client for more than two years. The client is now on hospice and rarely sleeps. Jane spends the night in the client’s room talking with her, rubbing her hands and generally working to ease her anxiety. There really are no words to describe…
When it’s time to care for an ailing parent, it’s important for siblings to communicate and agree on expectations for care. In this article from the Washington Post, there are 6 ways siblings can pull together for Mom and Dad. My friend Mary’s mother died in July, and last week over dinner I asked her how she was doing. “I’m…
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the all the jargon and paperwork when you visit the doctor? You’re not alone. Here’s a look at the difficulties surrounding health literacy in today’s world. It’s time for full disclosure. Answer the following questions honestly (don’t worry, you won’t be graded): Have you ever had trouble understanding something a doctor or nurse said to…
The job of primary caregiver for a loved one dealing with cancer is crucial. It can also be filled with stress and sadness or a feeling of enrichment and accomplishment. In this article from Cancer.org, they examine the many roles of a caregiver Caregiver is defined here as the person who most often helps the person with cancer and is…
Caregivers are an integral part of the stroke rehabilitation process. It’s a challenging job with a lot to keep in mind. In this guide from the American Stroke Association, the value caregivers provide is recognized as important to recovery. A stroke survivor’s family is often the most important source of long-term support during recovery and rehabilitation. Taking care of yourself…