Tag archive for ‘Caregivers’

The Caregiving Words we use Matter

The Caregiving Words we use Matter

This blog by Tender Loving Eldercare reminds us that the words we choose to say can make a powerful difference.  Words are a direct reflection of our thoughts.

How to Create a Elder Care Support Network to Reduce Stress

How to Create a Elder Care Support Network to Reduce Stress

Caring for an elderly loved one can be emotionally and physically draining.  Here in a very helpful list from Inside Elder Care of steps to take to develop a strong support network.

Do you have Patience with your Aging Parents ?

Do you have Patience with your Aging Parents ?

We live and work in a very fast paced society but we must remember to gear down in order to spend quality time in our elderly parents’ world.  This article from Tender Loving Eldercare.

Helpful Tips for Caregivers

Helpful Tips for Caregivers

Here is a very useful list of 10 tips of advise for caregivers by Gail Samatha who is a specialist in elder care planning.  This article from Wicked Local.

Caregiver Qualities Influence Client Behavior

Caregiver Qualities Influence Client Behavior

A Patient with Alzheimer’s will respond to your mood, voice tone and body language.  Discover more helpful therapy methods in this article from Suite 101. 

Caregivers Monitor Elderly Christmas Shopping

Caregivers Monitor Elderly Christmas Shopping

Elderly people with some form of dementia or memory loss may lose money during the Holiday Season from gimmicks and sales.  This article from Suite 101 lists places a senior person is likely to overspend.

Contests for Caregivers during National Caregivers Month - November 2009

Contests for Caregivers during National Caregivers Month - November 2009

November 2009 National Caregivers Month is a time to recognise and show our appreciation for family caregivers.  This article from Tender Loving Eldercare informs us of what we can do to shine the spotlight on these special giving people.

Caregiving During a Season of Cheer

Caregiving During a Season of Cheer

Caregivers have high demands on their time and emotions.  Here is a very helpful article from My Care Community that outlines how to balance the holiday season.

Caring for Caregivers:  Designing Environments for Recruitment and Retention

Caring for Caregivers: Designing Environments for Recruitment and Retention

Caregiver work environments need to be designed to sustain the mind.  This article from Healthcare Design teaches us how this can be achieved through creating areas that will sustain the energy, spirit and productivity of facility staff.

10 Steps to Less Stressful Caretaking

10 Steps to Less Stressful Caretaking

Caring for an elderly loved one can be very tiring and stressful.  It is imperative that caregivers take care of themselves by looking after their own mental and physical health so to avoid burnout or illness.  Here are 10 ways for caretakers to follow to remain well from Elder Law Answers.

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