Caring for Yourself Key to Caring for Loved Ones
Among the significant challenges facing caregivers is the sense of guilt that accompanies taking a break or engaging in an activity designed to bring personal joy or fulfillment. Even meeting basic needs — exercise, medical care, eating — can be difficult to prioritize.
Caregiving Needs Touch All Lives
By 2030, adults older than 65 are expected to reach 20 percent of the population. In 2011, almost 44 million adult family caregivers were taking care of someone 50 years of age or older.
Helping Loved Ones Stay Home Longer (Sponsored Content)
Private In-Home Care is defined as care and attention provided to a client in their own home environment by a qualified caregiver.
Preventing Falls Preserves Health, Independence
Being honest and taking proactive steps to prevent future falls can guard against those very concerns. Fall prevention can also go a long way in cutting down on medical costs estimated at $50 billion annually.
Arkansas Caregiver Glossary: Care Types Defined
Sorting through the long-term care options and payment types can be confusing. Here's a term-by-term guide to understanding the caregiving process.
