Joint activities such as exercise, games, cooking, listening to music or art projects can help nurture the client and caregiver relationship. They help develop trust and friendship, which are vital for caring for a client. Once a client trusts a caregiver, they will allow a caregiver to enter their personal space and are more likely to accept care. We share examples of a few activities that caregivers can do with their clients to improve their bond.
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a serious chronic disease that can be fatal. Seniors are especially vulnerable to it. Care for high blood pressure requires constant monitoring, medical intervention and adjustments to diet and daily lifestyle. Professional caregivers can help seniors maintain the right lifestyle to manage hypertension and reduce associated risks. Here we share a few tips on how to care for seniors with hypertension.
Osteoporosis is a common disease among Canadian seniors and can lead to serious injuries. However, proper care, regular exercise, and a nutrient-rich diet can help mitigate its risks. A professionally trained caregiver can ensure that a senior makes and maintains the lifestyle changes needed to manage osteoporosis and reduce associated risks. We share a few tips on how to prevent Osteoporosis.
Caregivers, especially those who care for dementia, tend to have a very high rate of burnout. Burnout can cause physical, emotional and mental exhaustion. It can lead to depression and anxiety, and impact work and personal life. In this article, we share a few tips on how to identify symptoms of burnout early and prevent it.
Seniors with declining motor skills require mobility assistance. Lifting, transferring and moving seniors are important caregiving tasks. Caregivers need to be trained and knowledgeable in proper body mechanics and moving techniques. Lack of these skills can lead to injuries to both caregivers and their clients. In this article, we discuss some important techniques for transferring a senior.
Caregiving is an immensely rewarding and respectable profession. Caregivers can have a profound impact on the lives of seniors, helping them maintain their independence and dignity and stay connected with things that matter most. Live-in caregiving is one of the best career paths for caregivers as it helps them focus on one client at a time. In this article, we discuss the benefits of choosing live-in caregiving as a career.
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