When caregiving tasks feel illegitimate. I am surprised by how often a concept from the business world applies to caregiving. I don’t know why it surprises me. Caregiving IS the business of running a small business; project management, budgeting, delegation, time management, resolution conflict, etc. The list goes on and on. Denise Brown of the Caregiving Years Training … [Read more...]
The Critical Role the State Ombudsman Plays in Advocating For Your Elder.
What exactly IS an Ombudsman? I had the pleasure of meeting Laurie Facciarossa Brewer, NJ Long-Term Care Ombudsman, when she presented for the United Way of Northern NJ Caregivers Coalition. I knew there was an office of an Ombudsman in every state, but I did not understand the function of the office and the critical part it played during COVID-19. If you or a loved one is … [Read more...]
Most Frequent Causes of Bladder Stones
Learn what can cause these stones and what people can do to avoid them. Like kidney stones, bladder stones can form from urine and cause excruciating pain. As our parents age, tasks that were once easy become a bit more challenging, and once-unimaginable complications begin to reveal themselves. Difficulty with urination, whether going too much or too little, is a … [Read more...]
How To Teach Your Parents How To Use Technology
Put an end to their technophobic tendencies with gentle teaching tactics. Trying to teach your senior parents about modern technology often proves quite challenging. When your parents begin to reach old age, they should know how to use technology. This knowledge can save them from a dangerous situation, such as a fall or a medical emergency, helping them to connect them … [Read more...]
Essential Disaster Supplies for Vulnerable Populations
Here are essential disaster supplies for vulnerable populations. When caring for an aging parent with health problems, you must prepare for anything. While disaster preparedness may sound exaggerated, it never hurts to have the essentials on hand. You never know when a hurricane, tornado, or earthquake could hit. Each one of these natural disasters impacts the options … [Read more...]