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Caregiver Support: You Don’t Have to Do It Alone

Chicago Caregiving

Because caregivers view themselves as their loved ones’ primary advocates, they can be tempted to manage all the caretaking needs by themselves. However, without breaks for self care or assistance from others, caregivers’ stress can build over time, eventually leading to burnout.

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Caregiver Support: You Don’t Have to Do It Alone

Chicago Caregiving

Because caregivers view themselves as their loved ones’ primary advocates, they can be tempted to manage all the caretaking needs by themselves. However, without breaks for self care or assistance from others, caregivers’ stress can build over time, eventually leading to burnout.

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How Hospices Can Improve Health Equity for Rural-Based LGBTQ+ Seniors

Hospice News

Terminally ill seniors in these locales often experience higher levels of loneliness and isolation at the end-of-life due to a lack of nearby hospices or support from family caregivers. She also serves as medical director of palliative care at the nonprofit organization.

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How Health Literacy, Education Influences a Patients’ Hospice Experience

Hospice News

This according to Yelena Zatulovsky, vice-president of patient experience for AccentCare, who met with Hospice News at the Home Care 100 Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. The company operates more than 250 locations in 31 states and the District of Columbia, caring for roughly 200,000 patients and families annually.

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Hydrate This Summer with Fruit Infused Water

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

Anyone can make fruit infused water, whether it’s yourself or a caretaker. Fruit infused water can be made in large quantities and shared so go ahead and get started or ask a certified caregiver or family member to make it for you. The post Hydrate This Summer with Fruit Infused Water appeared first on Freedom Home Care.

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What to Know Before Getting Your Booster Shot

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

If this is not an option ask a certified caregiver or whoever helps you with your care. Often facilities or organizations, such as Freedom Home Care, will have organized vaccination days or events. If you have personalized elder care, then you can have the booster scheduled or administered by a caretaker.

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Respite Care Provides Critical Support to Rockville Family Caregivers

Comfort Home Care

For those who give their time and energy caring for a sick, aging, or disabled family member, this can be highly rewarding — but it can also be tough in some situations. Caregiving is a demanding job. It is important that the caregiver takes time for themselves to maintain their own health. What is Respite Care?