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Are you new to family caregiving? Here are four questions to ask as you get started caring for your aging loved one.
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Connected Caregiver Featured in Happy Healthy Caregiver
We're happy to share that our very own Jeff Hinger was featured in an interview with Elizabeth Miller, founder of the Happy Healthy Caregiver. Happy Healthy Caregiver is for family caregivers who feel isolated and overwhelmed by all their responsibilities and want...
Five Meaningful Ways to Thank Family Caregivers on National Caregivers Day Feb. 17
Being a family caregiver is anything but simple. Unlike many other roles in life, it’s often acquired without much time to prepare, or it gradually develops over time without a clear starting point. The hard work and compassion that goes into caregiving can go...
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) and Volume Overload: Key concepts in prevention and management
Congestive heart failure. Throughout the course of my career, it’s probably been one of most commonly misunderstood conditions my patients have lived with. It’s also an incredibly common reason for an occupational therapist to be consulted in the hospital. Why?...
3 Senior Fall Hazards that are Easy (and Cheap!) to Fix
“When was the last time you fell?” It’s not just a question I’ve asked clinically. It’s also one that I’ve posed when teaching, speaking, and in one-on-one conversations with adult children who are wondering how to keep their mom or dad (or both!) safe at home. At...
3 Pitfalls to Avoid when Choosing Safety Equipment for Aging in Place
When a loved one is beginning to have trouble accessing part of their home, getting up or down, or showing signs of mobility issues, it is usually family or friends who first notice the problem. It’s a rare day when a healthcare provider is involved before something...
Why Does Elder Care Cost So Much?
It’s a horrible reality that growing older and caring for an aging loved one are expensive endeavors. Most families are severely underprepared for these expenses. No one told us how much care would cost! Why is this happening? There is a convergence of realities...