Taking Care of Yourself When You’re a Caregiver

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4 important steps towards mobility in stroke recovery

Being a caregiver is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it can also be overwhelming and difficult. It is a 24 hour, 7 days a week, 365 days a year commitment, and this can result in you needing just as much care as the person you are looking after. Here are some ways that you can take care of yourself.

How to Flourish While Taking Care of Aging Parents at Home

Choice HomecareAging Parents, Caregiving

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There are many things to consider when taking on the duty of caring for your aging parents at home. How can you make it a good experience for you and all your siblings? The following tips will ensure everyone in your family is happy and comfortable with caring for your loved ones during this period of life.

Dos and Don’ts in Caring for a Family Member with Dementia

Choice HomecareAlzheimer, Dementia

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Taking care of a loved one with dementia is equally challenging and heartbreaking. During the later stages of dementia, challenges like behaviour problems start to become an issue for the caregiver. The good news is there is always a way to make the job of the caregiver easier and to reduce anxiety of the patient. Here are some tips.

5 Signs of Caregiver Burnout

Choice HomecareAging, Caregiving, Home Care, Seniors

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Taking care of an elderly loved one is a noble cause. Being a caregiver is not an easy task, however. It can leave a person exhausted and stressed out in only a matter of weeks, and after that comes caregiver burnout. If a caregiver to an elderly loved one exhibits any of the following signs of burnout, it is time to get help.