What Is a Care Plan? A care plan is a form or document that summarizes a person’s health conditions and current treatments for their care. The plan should include information about the following. Health conditions Medications Healthcare providers Emergency contacts Caregiver resources The CDC website has a great example of this type of care plan....
This blog post will provide you with some information on a few free personal assistant apps. Use and download at your own discretion. These apps are not meant to replace caregivers, but to help them or clients with their work to keep their tasks manageable. Whether you are a caregiver, one who needs a caregiver,...
A senior care emergency checklist is a list of essential information and contacts in the case of emergencies relating to your elderly relative or client. It's good to keep this list in a location that is easy-to-find or area that is commonly used. An example would be in the senior's kitchen or near the house...
Excessive heat and the sun can be a health risk for seniors. Without proper precautions, it can be very dangerous. These senior safety summer tips and care guide can be useful for seniors and their caregivers. We've also included a printable, easy to view infographic at the bottom of this post for your reference! 1....
Healthy meals are super important for seniors and the elderly. Cooking easy and healthy meals for seniors doesn't have to be a chore. It can even be fun to mix and match different ingredients into a delicious, nutritious meal. However, it's very crucial that before one plans meals for seniors that their doctors are notified....
As people get older, they face new challenges in their home physically and mentally. Eyesight weakens, movement gets harder, and memory lapses. The house that may be once familiar will become dangerous. This is why your home needs to be safe for seniors. A good tip to keep in mind when making your home safe...
What is a caregiver? The first step in learning how to start caregiving is understanding what a caregiver is. A caregiver is a person who helps elderly or sick people in managing their daily tasks. These tasks can take place either at home or outside. If you wish to become a caregiver in the state…
Each of us has elderly parents who may need care at times. When they are living alone, or if the family members need a bit more help in taking care of them, they especially need this care. In such a case, a professional caregiver may be the best solution. To find the best match for…
What is a social adult day care? What are some social adult day care benefits provided to you and your family? These are the questions we’ll answer in this blog post. A social adult day care (SADC) is a structured and comprehensive program that provides functionally-impaired individuals with socialization, supervision and monitoring, personal care,…
When you take up the role of caring for people living with mental illnesses, it is not an easy task. Some of the common tips that you can keep in mind are mentioned below for your reference. Do Your Research When you are caring for a person living with mental illnesses, do your research. As…