by FSM | février 20, 2024 | Caregivers, Celebrations & Awarenesses
Every third Friday in February, we celebrate National Caregivers Day, honoring caregivers’ unwavering dedication and compassion. This year, on février 16, 2024, we pause to recognize the vital role these selfless individuals play in the lives of those facing...
by FSM | novembre 14, 2023 | Caregivers, Celebrations & Awarenesses
In November, the United States celebrates National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM), a time to honor and recognize these individuals. This month is dedicated to recognizing and acknowledging the compassionate care provided by millions of family members to their loved...
by FSM | août 16, 2022 | Caregivers
Every family is unique. However, over time, many families will find themselves in similar situations of taking care of an aging adult family member. Being the sole caretaker can be overwhelming at times. If siblings are involved and willing to work cohesively, it is...
by FSM | juin 20, 2022 | Caregivers
Being a caregiver is a noble endeavor. Whether you are a caregiver by profession or taking care of a family member, we know at times it is not easy, and you could suffer from burnout. According to Pew Research Center, 40 million adults in North America are taking care...
by FSM | mai 18, 2022 | Caregivers, Health & Wellness
Sadly, many people in hospitals or nursing homes receive care that aligns not with their wishes. Aging adults need to voice their end-of-life requests to their families and caretakers. One of the biggest requests by aging adults is the desire to die at home surrounded...
by FSM | avril 28, 2022 | Bathroom Safety, Caregivers
Many family caregivers do not get proper training on transferring someone with mobility difficulties from one place to another. For example, one of the most common tasks is to help someone in a wheelchair move safely to a toilet. Thankfully, there are a handful of...
by FSM | mars 17, 2022 | Caregivers
Serving as a caregiver for a loved one from a long distance is not easy. Despite the distance, you want to ensure your loved one receives the best care. Here is some advice on how to ensure your loved one is receiving quality care despite the distance. Get as much...
by FSM | février 14, 2022 | Caregivers
Love is in the air this February. On Valentine’s Day, we celebrate our sweethearts. This Valentine’s Day, consider showing love and appreciation for the caregivers in your life. Many caregivers work diligently to make your life more accessible...
by FSM | novembre 23, 2021 | Caregivers
Caregivers play a vital role as your loved one ages. They are responsible for the physical and emotional support of someone who can no longer care for themself. But we can often overlook or become too busy to show appreciation to our caregivers. That’s why we’re...
by FSM | novembre 15, 2021 | Caregivers
Inevitably there will come a time when you need a home health aide to take care of your aging loved one or even share the responsibility. Do not look at it like you are giving up, but instead, you are doing them a favor. For some parents approaching the subject of a...
by FSM | octobre 11, 2021 | Caregivers, Finances, Health & Wellness
Have you reached the point in life where it is time to take care of the parents or grandparents that once took care of you? As your loved ones grow older, they often need help with small tasks like picking up groceries, making health-related decisions,...
by FSM | juillet 22, 2021 | Caregivers
Family caregivers often have to find a balance as a caretaker with providing care of a loved one with a disability or limited mobility and the needs of themselves, their spouse, children, and career simultaneously. While caregiving is rewarding and can make a...
by FSM | mai 25, 2021 | Caregivers
Caring for an aging parent often goes beyond simply ensuring they take medication on time. As they get older, you might have to help them dig up old medical records, financial documentation, and other important documents as needed. Reviewing these records is an...
by FSM | mai 24, 2021 | Caregivers, Technology
Caring for an aging parent is not easy. It is natural to feel frustrated, exhausted, and sad. The emotional and physical stress of caregiving is common, especially when the caretaker has many other responsibilities. However, some technological devices can help make...
by FSM | mai 24, 2021 | Caregivers, Health & Wellness
According to the Administration for Community Living, about 13.8 million seniors lived alone in their homes in 2017. As many strive for aging in place, adjustments need to be made to ensure their independent living situation is ideal. If not, it can lead to isolation...
by FSM | mai 24, 2021 | Caregivers
Caring for an aging parent is a privilege. However, not everyone is able to do so for various reasons. Hiring a caregiver is usually ideal compared to relocating your parents to a nursing home or an assisted living facility. However, since their caregiver will be...
by FSM | mai 5, 2021 | Caregivers
Being a caregiver for a loved one is arguably the most rewarding job you could have. However, as rewarding as it is, you can’t underestimate the challenges you’ll face doing the job and trying to live your life as normally as possible. Utilizing the resources...
by FSM | mai 5, 2021 | Caregivers, Health & Wellness
Whether you’re a caregiver to your aging parents or not, monitoring their health is important. Natural changes occur in everyone as they get older, but it doesn’t necessarily mean a cognitive disability is developing. The most challenging part is identifying what a...
by FSM | mai 3, 2021 | Caregivers, Health & Wellness
Caring for an aging parent is something most people will have to do at some point in their lifetime. However, you don’t know when the time will come and what your situation will be like. According to an article from AARP, more than ten million millennials are...
by FSM | novembre 24, 2020 | Aging in Place, Bathroom Safety, Caregivers, Home & Bath Modification
Whether you’re an older adult living at home or have a physical disability that limits your mobility, bathroom safety should be a top priority. According to the National Council on Aging, falling is the result of more than three million emergency department visits...
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