How Does Home Care Improve Independence in 2023?

As the population ages, more and more elderly individuals are choosing to receive home care rather than transitioning into assisted living facilities or nursing homes. Home care, which is the provision of essential services and [...]

CareGivers of America2023-07-06T12:57:48+00:00July 6, 2023|Aging in Place, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Senior Living|

3 Dangers of Summer Heat for the Elderly

Summer heat can significantly impact the health and wellbeing of the elderly population. As we age, our bodies become less efficient at regulating temperature, exacerbating the effects of extreme heat. The summer heat and humidity [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-08T16:58:08+00:00June 29, 2023|Aging in Place, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services|

4 Effects of Long Haul Covid on Seniors

COVID-19 is a highly infectious disease that is caused by the novel coronavirus. Long haul COVID-19 refers to the symptoms that persist long after the initial infection has cleared. The virus has caused a global [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-08T16:59:00+00:00June 26, 2023|Aging in Place, Cancer, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Health, Home Care, Mental Health, Senior Living|

5 Tips for Caring for Elderly Parents from a Distance

It’s challenging enough when we realize that our elderly parents are at the point in their lives when they need additional help. Whether it be minimal, and they need help around the home or more [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-08T17:01:59+00:00June 19, 2023|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Cancer, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Diabetes, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Senior Living|

Demystifying Your Long-Term Care Insurance Policy

Have you ever reviewed your Long-Term Care (LTC) insurance policy? At CareGivers of America we're experts in Long-Term Care. We offer a complimentary benefit analysis to make sure you will get all the coverage you [...]

CareGivers of America2024-05-08T17:03:27+00:00January 12, 2023|Aging in Place, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Senior Living|

5 Signs a Caregiver is Needed in the Home

You are or a loved one is getting older. You're now starting to consider bringing professional care into the home. But how do you determine if a caregiver is really needed or not? Hourly or [...]

CareGivers of America2022-09-29T14:32:01+00:00September 29, 2022|Aging in Place, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Senior Living|

3 Essentials to Know When Buying Your Next Wheelchair

Perhaps you've been using a wheelchair for a while and it's time for a new one. Or perhaps you are new to the wheelchair world. Either way, there are things to know and tips and [...]

CareGivers of America2022-09-15T10:03:51+00:00September 15, 2022|Aging in Place, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Exercise, Health, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Senior Living|

5 Post Surgery Recovery Tips for Family Caregivers

Having surgery is challenging enough as it is, but if you're the family caregiver, how can you prepare the home and set up the best environment for the recovering patient? Of course, making things safe, [...]

CareGivers of America2022-08-29T10:09:02+00:00August 29, 2022|Aging in Place, Cancer, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Diabetes, Health, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Senior Living|

4 Recommendations When Supporting an Irrational Parent

Across the board, people aren't often open or transparent when discussing mental health and behavioral challenges and the strain it can cause on relationships. This can be compacted when it's an elderly parent who is [...]

CareGivers of America2022-08-18T08:45:19+00:00August 18, 2022|Aging in Place, Alzheimer's, Caregiver Decisions, Caregiving, Caregiving Services, Home Care, Home Care Service, Home Health Care Services, Mental Health, Senior Living|

5 Secrets to Being an Observant Caregiver

There are a number of skills that make an excellent caregiver. Being observant is at the top of that list. Being able to know what is happening with your patient, even when you aren't with [...]