As the days and weeks of quarantine progress, the taxing emotional effects increase. Difficult as it is for most people, the challenges of loneliness are even greater for our elderly loved ones. The Effects of Self-Quarantine for the Elderly - In many instances, not only are they limited in their ability to leave the home, the opportunities for visitors have also decreased. Though virtual phone calls can help ease feelings of … [Read more...]
Home Health Aides Provide Care and Reassurance
Home Health Aides Provide Care and Reassurance - It's during a health crisis that we genuinely appreciate the caregivers who step up and go above and beyond their regular duties while possibly putting their own safety on the line. It's especially important when loved ones are confined to their homes, and other family members cannot get to them to offer care, support, and reassurance. These home caregivers can be their person-to-person contact, … [Read more...]
5 Ways Home Healthcare Aides Bring Greater Peace of Mind
5 Ways Home Healthcare Aides Bring Greater Peace of Mind - Knowing our loved ones are cared for and supported is the highest priority, especially when they’re housebound. It’s natural to believe that caring for them ourselves is always the best option, but utilizing the expertise of healthcare aides is not only beneficial for our loved ones but ourselves too. Here are five ways outside help can bring greater peace of mind. Certified … [Read more...]
Long-Distance Caregiving Tips
Long-Distance Caregiving Tips - Caregiving for our loved ones is undeniably challenging, but the emotional toll is even more taxing when we’re distanced. We want to know that our family is cared for with love and compassion, that their needs are anticipated and not overlooked. We want to know that they are a priority, not a number. Long-distance caregiving necessitates unwavering trust that others will care for loved ones as if they were … [Read more...]
How to Be a Health Care Advocate for Your Family Member
While seemingly similar, caring for loved ones as they age and being their health care advocate are very different roles. We all want our family members and loved ones to receive compassionate, exemplary care in their final years. Becoming their health care advocate, however, involves actively accepting three key abilities: communicate, question, and facilitate. Communicate: As a close friend or family member, you’re likely keenly … [Read more...]