An important part of caring for a loved one is ensuring they have the best help to transport themselves around safely. One tool that can make a big difference is a rollator walker. This special walker has four wheels, a comfortable seat, and hand brakes, making it easier for someone to move around and even…
Living with a disability or chronic condition can affect your care recipient’s ability to engage in everyday self-care tasks. As a caregiver, you may support them with these daily activities. You may wonder if you’re doing it “the right way”, or if there’s any way you can make these activities easier. Trualta can help. Check…
As a caregiver, you support your care recipient with a range of activities and care tasks. Some may be more physical than others. Research shows that caregivers are at risk for musculoskeletal injuries or discomfort related to physically demanding care tasks. For example, transferring from sitting to standing, repositioning in bed, getting dressed, or bathing. …
Adding a new assistive device to your care recipient’s routine takes some getting used to. You may have to adjust to: At Trualta, we know that caregiving feels like a constant state of adjustment. Our educational resources and caregiver community can help smooth this transition and support your confidence in using new equipment or devices….
Your care recipient’s safety is a top priority. However, it’s easy for caregivers to neglect their own safety when engaging in care tasks, resulting in risk for injuries to both of you. It’s important to understand proper body mechanics and know how to use devices that support your safety. Trualta’s educational resources can help you…
As a caregiver, you may need to provide support with your care recipient’s mobility. Whether they have challenges with balance, are recovering from a recent surgery or injury, or are getting accustomed to a new walker, it’s important that they find ways to move around safely. It’s important to know how to help your care…
Home care accessories like shower chairs, bedside commodes, and hospital beds are all useful for helping older and disabled adults remain independent longer. A bedside commode is a useful home care aide for many people with limited mobility, who struggle to make it to the bathroom safely. If you’re a caregiver, you might need to…
Appropriate, safe home care promotes independence, improves quality of life, and delays the transition to assisted living. Accessories like shower chairs, hospital beds, and bedside commodes are important for keeping a loved one safe and comfortable at home. In this blog, we’ll explain: Do you have other questions about home care and caregiving? Use this…
Recovering from a cardiac event requires medical care, comfort, and support at home. For caregivers, ensuring mobility and well-being is a priority. A lift chair recliner can aid post-cardiac care by providing comfort and functionality. This guide will help you choose a lift recliner that meets your loved one’s needs. Interested in learning more about…
Bathing is an important activity of daily living. Showering or taking a bath can be challenging for older and disabled adults with limited mobility, chronic conditions, or cognitive impairment. This activity typically requires assistance from a caregiver. As a caregiver, one of your responsibilities is helping your loved one shower or bathe safely. Here, we’ll…
Home safety modifications are an important part of providing in-home care. From removing rugs that pose trip hazards to moving furniture, there are many easy ways to make the home safer. Sometimes, additional items are needed to make certain rooms or daily living activities safer. In this blog, we’ll discuss: Looking for more information on…
Compression socks might be new territory for you as a caregiver. Whether your care recipient has a doctors prescription for a medical condition or simply wants to reduce tired achy legs, compression garments may be able to help. You may already be helping your care recipient with dressing. Or, supporting them with daily activities might…
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