Financial Abuse of the Elderly

Just as bullies target the weakest kid on the playground, vulnerable older adults can also be easy...

Posted on Nov 4th, 2019 by
Susan Friedrich

Infection Prevention

Much is written about preventing and treating infections, but much of infection prevention can be...

Posted on Sep 30th, 2019 by
Susan Friedrich

What to Do Before Disaster Strikes

Last month Caregiver Connections provided an overview of emergency preparedness and looked at some...

Posted on Sep 4th, 2019 by
Susan Friedrich

Not If, but When: Getting Prepared for the Big One and Other Natural Disasters

On July 12, 2019, many of us were woken up – not just by the 4.6 magnitude earthquake...

Posted on Aug 2nd, 2019 by
Susan Friedrich

Who Are Our Clients?

The answer seems obvious. Whether we are caring for an elderly adult with dementia, a...

Posted on Jun 28th, 2019 by
Susan Friedrich

A Breath of Fresh Air

More people than ever before spend the majority of their time indoors. According to one government...

Posted on Jun 5th, 2019 by
Susan Friedrich

Caregivers: Bathing Made Easier

One of the most common questions posed to eldercare specialists is “Do you have any tips that...

Posted on May 3rd, 2019 by
Susan Friedrich

Sleep: Nature’s Wonder Drug

Sleep, they say, is a wonder drug. It supports essential bodily and mental functions and without it...

Posted on Apr 3rd, 2019 by
Susan Friedrich

Successful Homecare Requires Observation and Reporting

One of the most important services a home care agency can provide their clients and families is...

Posted on Mar 28th, 2019 by
Sheila McKannay

Try Laughing: It Relieves Stress and Is Good for Your Heart

It may not be a cure-all, but according to a study by cardiologists, there is scientific proof that...

Posted on Mar 5th, 2019 by
Susan Friedrich