Things you should know when caring for someone
Collapse AllGETTING STARTED
- Planning ahead is an important part of caregiving. Having conversations in advance of a crisis will reduce stress and prepare you to help your loved one....
HELPFUL QUESTIONS
- Before you make any decisions about long-term care, get as much information as you can about the different kinds of care providers and what to ask them about their services....
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HOW TO'S
- Getting to know your care provider can help care stay on track. A care provider can be a home care aide, a companion, a home care agency or a facility (such as a nursing home or assisted living facility)...
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LEARNING ABOUT CARE
- Adult day care centers are growing in popularity for good reason. A 2010 study by the National Adult Day Services Association reported that there are more than 4,600 adult day services centers around the country, a 35% increase since 2002.
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MY CHECKLISTS
- These bathroom safety tips can help your loved ones remain safe at home for as long as possible. Some bathroom safety improvements can be made easily. Others may require the help of a professional.
