 Caregiver apps help you make sure your loved one is healthy & happy Ensuring everyone is on the same page of your aging loved one's care is essential for family caregiving. Whether you are the sole caregiver or if others help you with your loved one's care, trying to organize caregiving responsibilities can sometimes lead to …
Long-Distance Caregiving Tips for Veterans’ Family Members
These long-distance caregiving tips can help ensure your Veteran loved one is healthy & safe. Are you a long-distance caregiver? Even under the best of circumstances, caregiving is challenging. Many Veterans are separated from their families, and when you’re trying to provide for your loved one’s needs from far away, it can become downright …
5 Hidden Costs of Aging in Place
Aging in place means being able to live in your own home and community safely, independently and comfortably. Some older people might consider moving into an assisted living facility or a newer home with amenities designed to make aging in place easier. However, you may wish to stay in your own home and make changes so you’ll be comfortable …
Non-Medical In-Home Care
Definition: Non-Medical In-Home Care Non-medical in-home care is a service that helps people continue to live independently at home, by assisting the individuals in the home with their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). It is designed to help individuals, as well as family caregivers. This type of caregiving is typically provided by people who …
How GPS Tools Can Help With Aging in Place
In a previous article on useful technologies for seniors, we discussed care benefits and keeping in touch with family, among other topics. In this post I want to expand a little bit on how some modern technologies can assist individuals in these specific areas. Specifically, thanks to modern GPS tools, there are some new and exciting ways for …
Home Care Cottages: Tiny House TLC
Home care cottages can be a boon if you have an older parent who still wishes to live more independently, but needs a little extra care. The truth is, when a family member needs help looking after themselves, we always want to help. Welcoming them into our homes is a natural way to show that you care and are willing to support them. But, what if …