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Iowa family caregiver programs, resources, and supports help caregivers create better days. They provide information, training, respite care, and more. You can even find a way to get paid as a family caregiver in Iowa. All of these supports help you provide better direct care. In this blog, we’ll talk about why support is so…
Whether you live in the bustling chaos of New York City or the quieter, scenic upstate, caregiving can feel like a never-ending juggling act. Balancing work, childcare, daily responsibilities, or social commitments with your caregiving role can wear you out quickly. On top of that, certain care tasks may feel beyond your abilities or scope…
As a family caregiver, you have a big responsibility to your loved one. Many family caregivers readily accept the job of caring for a disabled or elderly loved one, but it isn’t always easy. Providing care can be very stressful. You can get burned out without proper self-care. A break from your duties, called respite,…
Caregiving is an important role. It can also be stressful and overwhelming. A family caregiver caring for an older adult with dementia faces particular challenges. For example, you might not have any previous home care experience or skills. A caregiver training course can help you become a better home care provider. It can decrease your…
Home care aides (HCAs), known as personal care aides (PCAs) in some states, are an essential part of care in the US Healthcare system. They support their care recipients and families with non-medical tasks like: Getting additional training is always beneficial–whether you’re a current care professional looking to upgrade your skills or are interested in…
Many caregivers put the needs of others before their own. It’s important to remember to keep yourself healthy and safe, too. Whether you’re a family caregiver or a professional caregiver like a home health aide, you may be at risk for health and safety problems. This is especially true if you work in someone’s home,…
As a caregiver, you’re likely helping with ADLs, or activities of daily living, without even realizing it. But what are ADLs? ADLs are important skills that a person has to take care of themselves independently. For example: When someone has trouble doing ADLs (or parts of them), they need help in some way. This is…
Assisting a care recipient with bathing and hygiene can be a sensitive task that requires skill, patience, and tact. In this article, we’ll explore the essential caregiver training needed to assist with bathing, helping you promote safety, maintain dignity, and enhance communication during this intimate task. We’ll also cover the different types of training available…
Caregivers play a vital role in helping their care recipients manage and live with Parkinson’s disease. However, research has shown that Parkinson’s caregivers struggle with worrying about their care recipient’s safety. On top of managing movement symptoms of the disease, they also struggle with managing the non-movement and emotional aspects of Parkinson’s care. Many of…
Family members who provide home care and personal care are at risk for stress and burnout. Family members who provide home care and personal care are at risk for stress and burnout. Long-term stress causes caregiver burnout. Symptoms include irritability, difficulty sleeping, social withdrawal, and exhaustion. Burnout is extreme, but caregivers also struggle with less…
Caregiver training is a useful way for family caregivers to build skills and confidence. Many care providers never consider training or certification if they’re not required. But there are many good reasons to complete a course. In this post, we’ll correct some common myths about caregiver training and caregiver certification. We’ll then list some of…
You may be considering whether a caregiver certification is worth the investment of your time and money. Becoming a certified caregiver can offer many advantages for both you and those you care for! A certified caregiver training program provides the formal recognition of a caregiver’s knowledge and expertise. It equips you with the knowledge and…
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