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Juggling Work and Caregiving
Most people caring for an ill loved one have many other responsibilities. Juggling work and the added needs at home can be exhausting. Here are some tips for striking the...
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Getting the Family Involved in Caregiving
When a loved one’s health declines, caregiving responsibilities tend to fall to one person. In addition to managing appointments, providing basic care and handling health crises, the primary caregiver also...
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Five Things to Know About The Grieving Teen
Adolescence is always difficult, but adding a loved one’s serious illness into the mix can make this time even more complicated. The needs of a grieving teenager are unique and...
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Considering Pets’ Needs at the End of Life
The hospice model focuses on caring not just for the patient, but for the patient’s family as well. And for many people, “family” includes the furred and feathered. That’s why...
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The Impact of Caregiving
Providing caregiving to one person can have an impact on multiple lives. While caregiving can have a positive impact on the person receiving care, it can also add stress to...
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Accepting Help from Family and Friends
It sounded like a great idea initially. You would be the primary caregiver of your loved one or parent. You knew it would be a lot of work, but you...
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Caregivers Accepting Help from Family and Friends
As a new caregiver for a loved one, you may find yourself feeling a bit overwhelmed with all of the new responsibilities you have. Caring for an elderly loved one...
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Creating a Caregiver Circle of Support
Deciding to care for your aging parent in your own home is a noble, yet intimidating, task. Going through the aging process with your parent can be a rewarding journey....
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Know Your Risks as a Caregiver
Providing care to your elderly or sick parent can be a rewarding job. There is the extra time spent together, special bonding and sharing those final moments as a family....
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