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How to Avoid Feelings of Guilt When Taking a Respite Care Break

Feelings of guilt are so prevalent among family caregivers that it even has a name: “caregiver guilt.” Many caregivers feel guilty because they believe they’re not providing adequate care; they experience guilt over feeling frustrated and angry about their chaotic life or lack of control, or over their need to take a respite care break.

By |September 26th, 2022|Categories: Caregiver|Tags: , , |

Home Health Care vs. Home Care – What’s the Difference?

Two terms that sound the same but provide distinctly different services are “home health care” and “home care.” Both types of care are instrumental in keeping seniors healthy and safe at home, but the duties performed by the professionals providing them are very different.

By |August 29th, 2022|Categories: Senior Safety|Tags: , , |

How to Convince a Senior Loved One It’s Time to Stop Driving

Having difficult conversations with aging parents often becomes necessary as the years pass. One of the hardest conversations you might ever have is convincing a senior loved one it’s time to stop driving. Here are some tips that can make that conversation easier.