Tag archive for ‘Caregivers’
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
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.
Book Review: The Caregiver in MidLife by Ellen Besso
This article from Inside Eldercare reviews a book written by Life Coach Ellen Besso. Ellen discusses the expectations, emotions and changes that women face as a caregiver for an elderly loved one.
Wise Counsel at Unexpected Moments
Here is a blog from The New York Times that reminds us about the power and wisdom that comes from shared words of kindness.
Report Details Hardships of Chronically Ill and Their Caregivers
A recent AARP Public Policy Institute survey of chronically ill patients and their caregivers reveals many healthcare challenges such as the lack of coordination within the healthcare system, poor communication and unnecessary medical tests preformed. This article from Long-Term Living.
Caregivers can get good advice online
There is an estimated 52 million Americans that are serving as caregivers. Here is an article from The News Tribune that lists several links for fast and helpful information for these caregivers.
LTC123: Caregiver Spouses
Couples need to plan ahead for each others long-term care. Learn about the different long-term care insurance options from an article written by columnist Marilee Driscoll.
Who is Caring for the Cargivers ?
How can our Medical System look after and monitor the mental and physical health of caregivers ? This article from Pasadena Star News talks about the emotional stress and physical ailments that can be common conditions of caregivers.
Alzheimer’s Activities
Read this article from Gilbert Guide that suggests great activities for caregivers to do with Alzheimer’s or Dementia Patients.
Joppel Solves Medicare Insurance Confusion
Joppel is a free on-line search tool that assists seniors and their caregivers through choosing an insurance plan that best fits their needs. Read this blog by Ryan Malone for Inside Assisted Living to learn more.
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