Often, when people hear the word “caregiver,” they think of someone who is going to come in and take charge, run the household, and make them feel like a guest in their own home. In reality, a caregiver can not only help an elderly client to age in place but…
According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the number of home care aides was projected to grow by 48 percent between 2008 and 2018. This growth is the result of the rise in people over of the age of 65 needing home care and the need to replace those…
It can be a rather difficult time when you come to the realization that you need an in-home care provider to help with things that were once so easy to do. Deciding to have someone come to your home to assist on a regular basis is a big decision and…
Watching your loved one age can be difficult. When you are visiting, you have a chance to see how they are doing regarding health, safety, and quality of life and you may start to see signs that they need help. If you are trying to decide if your loved one…
Have you received a call that your aging mom forgot to turn the stove off? Or did you notice on your last visit that dad’s mail has been piling up? These are just two signs that might indicate your parents are experiencing mental or physical changes. These changes may alter…
