Aiding Aging Parents 4 tips to help overcome new challenges (Family Features) It’s not easy getting old, as the saying goes, and it can be even harder to watch your parents age. Helping parents transition into the later years of…
Be sure that medications are out reach of children or anyone who might misuse them. Check to see that medications needing refrigeration are stored in the refrigerator in an area which they will not freeze and in where they…
Caregivers often lose themselves in providing care. Remember ? you have rights too. Post this Bill of Rights where you can see it to remind yourself of your value. You have the right to receive the knowledge, resources, training and…
By asking for help before reaching a crisis point, caregivers can head off feelings of frustration and resentment. Organizing caregiving meetings is one way to ensure that help is available on a regular basis. Knowing when to ask for help…
Involving the elderly person in the process of gathering information will increase their willingness to accept change and to improve their situation. Allow them to make choices whenever possible, and provide them with the information they need to make a…
Most people who provide care for a friend or family member don?t think of themselves as a caregiver. You may not consider yourself a caregiver, but do you regularly: Drive a family member, friend or neighbor to doctor?s appointments? Make…
