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Film ‘Caregiving’ Aims to Amplify Awareness, Ignite Systemic Change

Hospice News

Providing support and care to seriously ill loved ones comes with myriad difficulties for todays family caregivers. A new documentary film, Caregiving, depicts the most pressing issues among these unpaid caregivers, as well as the historic and novel efforts to address them. All of us can help to raise the banner for caregivers.

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The Truth About Self Care: It’s Not All Bubble Baths and Yoga Pants.

Caregiver Warrior

We all know self-care is necessary for Caregiver survival, so why is it so hard for us to practice it? The post The Truth About Self Care: It’s Not All Bubble Baths and Yoga Pants. appeared first on Caregiver Warrior. Here's some help!

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Some Families May Not Access Hospice Without Caregiver Support

Hospice News

The nation’s health care system is lacking in support for caregivers of the terminally ill, who are often left with a heavy financial and logistical burden. Even when a caregiver is present, that person may be elderly or ill themselves, or be unable to be in the home around the clock due to work or other obligations.

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Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County Launches Caregiver Education Partnership

Hospice News

North Carolina-based Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County (HPCIC) has partnered with a local technical school to develop educational videos for family caregivers. Most often, patients prefer to be at home when dealing with a terminal illness, but this can bring on anxiety and fear for the caregiver,” Smith said in an announcement.

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The Sandwich Generation of Caregivers

Traditions Health

Most sandwich-generation caregivers are women who are parenting children under the age of 18 while also caring for one or both of their parents. While many caregivers call their role rewarding, they also acknowledge how tough and time-consuming it can be, and how it can lead them to overlook their own health and well-being.

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Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Unveils New Personal Care Program

Hospice News

Through the program, Our Hospices caregivers will provide the following services: Bathing and grooming Dressing and toileting Meal preparation Medication reminders Light housekeeping and laundry Transportation to appointments Personal Care Program Manager Julie Davis will lead the new suite of services, which will launch in early April.

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Understanding Caregiver Burnout: Signs, Symptoms and Prevention Tips

Community Home Health Care

Many family caregivers find themselves overwhelmed, leading to caregiver burnout a state of exhaustion that can impact both their health and their ability to provide care. Recognizing the warning signs and taking steps to prevent burnout is essential for both caregivers and the seniors they support. What is Caregiver Burnout?